Anusha Murali Kakolu, PhD

Bio

Anusha Murali Kakolu, PhD (she/her) received her PhD in clinical psychology from Palo Alto University and completed her predoctoral pediatric psychology residency at the Cleveland Clinic, followed by a postdoctoral residency at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center. She also holds a master’s degree in mental health counseling and behavioral medicine from Boston University School of Medicine.

Anusha’s research and clinical work focus particularly on pediatric health psychology and anxiety. She has a strong commitment to supporting diverse youth and their families, especially those with complex medical conditions. Her training spans multiple specialties, including solid organ transplant, nephrology, endocrinology, genetic conditions, hematology, and oncology.

Anusha is also a passionate educator, serving as adjunct faculty in the doctoral and master’s programs at various universities. She is deeply dedicated to teaching, mentorship, and the supervision of students and trainees and is actively involved in several mentorship programs with the APA. She is an avid baker and yogi and enjoys reading and traveling

Clinical Focus

• Clinical Psychology
• Pediatric Psychology
• Anxiety
• Adjustment to illness
• Depression
• Nephrology
• Solid Organ Transplant
• Psychological testing

Academic Appointments

• Clinical Assistant Professor, Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences - Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and Child Development

Boards, Advisory Committees, Professional Organizations

• Member, American Psychological Association (2018 - Present)

Professional Education

• Fellowship: Kaiser Permanente Postdoctoral Psychology Training (2024)
• PhD Training: Palo Alto University Pacific Graduate School of Psychology (2023) CA
• Internship: Cleveland Clinic Pediatric Behavioral Health Internship OH