Consultant

The following is an expert retained on a case-by-case basis to evaluate the scientific and psychological merits of cases represented by Gold & Witham. This expert is not an employee of the Firm and is free to exercise her independent discretion in each matter.

Dr. Lexi Welanetz

Los Angeles and Orange County Clinical Psychologist

 

EDUCATION 

        Graduate  

                Ryokan College, California 
                Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, 1997 
                Antioch University , California 
                Masters in Clinical Psychology, 1994 
            
        Undergraduate 
            
                California State University, Northridge 
                Bachelors in Radio, Television and Film, 1991

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Advantage Psychological Services
DBA Family Resource Counseling Center: Los Angeles, CA                  
Director, 2007-present
Psychotherapeutic services for individuals, couples and families. Clinical psychological assessments with a specialization in DUI and Workers’ Compensation evaluations. Specializing in stress and mood disorders, crisis management, addictions, relationship difficulties, parenting skills, grief and loss, and eating disorders.

Cedars-Sinai: Los Angeles, CA                                                                   
Psychologist, 2002-present
Offering clinical assessments and short-term treatment for individuals suffering from stress and mood disorders, anxiety and substance abuse, to assist in their stabilization and rehabilitation.

Advanced Psychological Training Associates: Los Angeles, CA               
Associate Training Director, 2003-2005

Infinity Health Care: Los Angeles, CA                                                      
Psychologist, 2001-2002

Topanga West Guest Home: Canoga, CA                                                  
Rehabilitation Specialist, 1998-2001

Beverly Hills Counseling Center: Los Angeles, CA                                               
Psychological Assistant,1998-1999

The Saturday Center for Psychotherapy: Santa Monica, CA                              
Psychological Assistant, 1995-1997

Hypnosis Motivation Institute: Tarzana, CA                                               
Hypnotherapist, 1995-1997

San Fernando Valley Counseling Center: Northridge, CA                                   
Clinical Intern, 1994-1995

 

SPECIALIZED TRAINING

            UCLA                                                                                                           
            Hypnotherapy Program, 1996 

             Hypnosis Motivation Institute                                                                      
            Master Hypnotherapist Certification, 1995

 

MEDIA EXPERIENCE

            Fox News, Los Angeles, CA 
            On-air Psychological Consultant, 2006-2008