Dr. Shirine H. Sateei, Psy.D., is a dedicated Postdoctoral Fellow specializing in evidence-based psychological assessment and treatment across the lifespan. She earned her Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) at Alliant International University, following a bachelor’s degree in psychology from UCLA. Her academic training included advanced coursework and clinical practica in trauma, behavioral health, and culturally responsive care, foundations that continue to shape her compassionate, client-centered approach.
Dr. Sateei has developed extensive clinical experience across a wide range of mental health settings, including private practice, community mental health centers, substance use treatment programs, and multidisciplinary care environments. She has provided individual, family, and group psychotherapy; conducted comprehensive psychological testing; and delivered crisis intervention services. Her background includes treating individuals experiencing mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related symptoms, behavioral dysregulation, dual diagnoses, and psychological concerns related to medical conditions. She has also gained specialized experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in settings such as the Children’s Institute Inc., Families in New Directions, and the South-Central Training Consortium.
With an integrative therapeutic style that blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic principles, and trauma-informed care, Dr. Sateei emphasizes warmth, clinical insight, and deep respect for each client’s lived experience. Her clinical work also includes supporting clients in substance use rehabilitation programs, providing behavioral interventions for individuals with developmental disabilities, and conducting assessments within court-mandated settings. She approaches each case with a commitment to compassion, cultural humility, and evidence-based practice.
Currently completing her postdoctoral fellowship under licensed supervision, Dr. Sateei remains dedicated to ongoing professional growth and is preparing for full licensure as a Clinical Psychologist. She brings to her work a strong clinical foundation, integrity, and a genuine passion for helping individuals and families build resilience, strengthen emotional well-being, and achieve meaningful, long-term growth.