Anna O. Levin, PhD

About Dr. Levin

Dr. Anna O. Levin, a licensed clinical health psychologist, specializes in working with people living with medical concerns, as well as with their loved ones and caregivers. She brings expertise in numerous research-backed treatments for anxiety, stress, depression, and medical conditions. She focused on health/medical psychology throughout her career, including during her graduate school (PhD), internship, and fellowship. She worked for many years at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) Cancer Center in the Psycho-Oncology program, and prior to that as a psychologist in primary care Behavioral Medicine at Kaiser Permanente. She has authored articles and presentations in the psycho-oncology field.

Specialties

• Chronic medical conditions
• Cancer
• Pain
• Insomnia
• Health anxiety

Populations Served

• Adults (18+)
• People with chronic medical conditions
• Cancer patients and survivors

Treatment Approach

I am committed to using evidence-based therapies and have found that an integrative combination of cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based therapies allow me to best serve my clients. My style is down-to-earth, warm, and collaborative, and I tend to use compassionate humor in my work.

Specific therapies we might utilize, depending on your needs: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, including CBT for anxiety, insomnia (CBT-I), pain, or depression; Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR); Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Mindfulness Based Cancer Recovery (MBCR); and/or Mindfulness or relaxation training.

Clinical Background & Training

• PhD in Clinical Psychology (Health Psychology Emphasis), The Ohio State University, Stress and Immunity Cancer Projects, Advisor: Barbara Andersen, PhD
• Internship: Behavioral Medicine, Veterans Administration Palo Alto Health Care System
• Postdoctoral Fellowship: Behavioral Medicine, Veterans Administration Palo Alto Health Care System

Personal Note

When I am not working, you can often find me exploring the mountains, beaches, and lakes of the beautiful (if sometimes cold) New England region. I spent many years living and working in the (also beautiful) San Francisco Bay area.

Availability & Logistics

• Availability: Weekdays
• Format: Telehealth (Massachusetts and California)
• Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and HMO (including BCBS of Massachusetts, and many Anthem Blue Cross of California and Blue Shield of California plans), Lyra Health
• Fee: $225/session for out-of-network clients
• Licensure: Licensed Psychologist, MA and CA

Get Started

If you are interested in working with Dr. Levin, you may request a consultation through her website.