Dr. Angelica Perez-Litwin, PhD, MBA
Founder & Owner
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Therapist Profile
My Clients: I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of professional experience. I work closely with wonderful people, like you, who lead very busy lives -- whether that’s due to a highly stressful job or just being a parent trying to do it all. Many of my clients are challenged by anxiety and symptoms of depression, and sometimes feel overwhelmed balancing work and life. Others are experiencing an important life transition -- the end of a relationship, a stressful life event, or a relocation. I also work closely with individuals employed in demanding industries, including healthcare, legal, technology, and education, who feel burned out. I am known as the therapist to the therapists — the well-being of healthcare providers is important to me.
Overall, my clients are motivated individuals who want much more out of life. They want to work on the challenges that keep them from feeling confident, in control, and emotionally connected to friends and family. I help them make sense of the past, find joy and meaning in the present, and think big for the future.
My Style: My clients experience me as down-to-earth, welcoming, empowering, highly empathic but straightforward, and enthusiastic about the change I know my clients will experience. My relationship with my clients is collaborative and I help you process past experiences, challenge negative thoughts, improve your outlook in life, and learn coping skills that will serve you beyond our therapy sessions.
Career Therapy: If you are seeking career coaching, I offer 'Career Therapy,' an innovative coaching model I developed over the years that helps clients gain insight into their professional, career, and business challenges. I use psychology and therapeutic tools to help them feel more satisfied with their career, make better decisions, gain clarity, and achieve their career goals. Or, we work together on finding a more meaningful career or work environment.
I am excited to work together so you can achieve personal wellbeing and enjoy a more fulfilled and joyful life.
About Me:
For the past 15 years, I have had a successful private practice. Prior to that, I held a faculty appointment at the New York University School of Medicine, where I led a research program at an NIH-funded research center. Until recently, I served as Director at the Prisma Health Addiction Research Center, where I now serve as a consultant on several research projects.
In 2020, I launched Lumin — an innovative therapy group practice — to address our current mental health crisis and redefine the therapy experience. My entrepreneurial spirit has led me to pioneer partnerships with today's leading technology companies and universities, including Google, Twitter, Columbia, and Harvard University — collaborating on initiatives designed to help women accelerate their careers and achieve personal wellbeing. In Greenville, I completed Leadership Greenville (Class 45!) and earned an MBA from Clemson University.
Other Professional Experiences
Formerly, Assistant Research Professor at New York University Langone Health Center
Formerly, Director of the Multicultural Clinical Program at the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, New York University Langone Health Center
Formerly, Co-Chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at University of South Carolina School of Medicine - Greenville
Creator of an online network of professional women and entrepreneurs, with over 20,000 members worldwide.
Recognized as the ‘50 Most Influential Latinos in the United States by Hispanic Business Magazine.
Featured and invited guest on numerous publications and media outlets, including The Today Show, Forbes, PBS, NPR, and CNN, related to women’s issues and career development.
Education
B.S. in Psychology, Columbia University
M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Fordham University
M.B.A., Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Clemson University
Alumna, Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education Program