About

Drew Scott, Ph.D.

I am a licensed psychologist with a private practice based in San Diego, California. I have a strong specialty in treating adults with a range of mental health issues, and working with diverse populations on topics from sexual and gender minorities, processing grief and loss, and working with individuals and couples on relationship concerns. I also have extensive experience working with people who experience mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. 

I see counseling as a collaborative process where I bring information about human behavior and you bring expertise about what works well for you. Through this collaboration we can set goals, including improving relationships, mood, and coping strategies. I use a range of interventions and supports, including humor, homework, and handouts. Click on What to Expect from Therapy to read more about what our therapy might look like.

As a Stanford University trained, licensed clinical psychologist, I have over 20 years of experience providing direct counseling services. I started on a telephone counseling and crisis hotline before pursuing a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and a Ph.D. in Counseling, Clinical, and School Psychology at UC Santa Barbara. I’ve worked at George Washington University, a mental health focused nonprofit, and served as Director of Counseling for four years at a medical and health sciences graduate school.

Explore some of my areas of focus here: Specialties

Feel free to also visit my PsychologyToday profile: PsychologyToday

A 2021 anonymous client survey included: “Dr. Drew has consistently checked-in, asking me if there were any ways we can continue to create an environment where I can obtain my goal. At my request he has also helped me with outside activities I can do to continue reaching my goals, our learning takes place both within and outside of his office”

If you or someone you love are struggling, please select the contact tab to see if working with Dr. Drew might be the right fit for your needs at this time.