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Handford
PsyD

Dr. Handford is a licensed psychologist, published author, and consultant specializing in racial trauma and its impact on identity development. Both the identity of individuals and the identity and culture of systems. As a consultant, she partners with organizations with anti-racist intention to guide and support systemic transformation to help Black individuals feel authentically and sustainably seen, heard, and valued. Dr. Handford’s expertise lies within culturally responsive practices and liberation-centered mental wellness. With a diverse range of professional experiences, she integrates rigorous psychological training into her consulting approach with a deep commitment to healing justice, equity, and community empowerment.