Hi, I’m Meghan Brown, a doctoral candidate in clinical psychology and student therapist working under the supervision of Dr. Julia Birt (PSY33684). It is normal to move through periods where you feel disconnected from yourself. I hope to work alongside you as you find your way back to who you are or shape a new understanding of yourself. I focus on trauma, perinatal and reproductive mental health, including family planning and surrogacy. I am especially drawn to supporting women as they navigate decisions about whether and how to have children, as well as the emotional complexity that accompanies loss, uncertainty, and major life transitions. 

My path into psychology was nonlinear. After completing my undergraduate degree at the University of California, Berkeley, I spent ten years working in early stage technology companies, where I built and scaled strategic partnerships teams. Working in fast paced, high pressure environments shaped how I think, relate, and lead. I learned how to tolerate ambiguity, think systemically, and stay grounded while navigating complex interpersonal dynamics. These skills now inform my clinical work and the way I approach therapy as a collaborative, humorous, and thoughtful process. 

I am currently completing my doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Palo Alto University. My clinical training includes placements at the San Francisco VA Medical Center, UCSF, Stanford School of Medicine, and community based programs. At both Stanford and UCSF, I support individuals and families coping with medical stressors, trauma histories, and significant life changes.

My doctoral research explores how past pregnancy loss, effort to conceive, and relationship support shape how people emotionally experience a new pregnancy. I conduct research at UCSF’s Osher Center for Integrative Health and Stanford Medicine. 

I value honesty and a supportive dose of humor, especially in moments when things feel heavy or overwhelming. I focus on building a therapeutic relationship that feels steady, collaborative, and human. I approach therapy with curiosity and care, grounding my work in evidence based practice while staying closely attuned to each client’s lived experience, values, and goals.