Makenna Armijo, PsyD

Dr. Armijo is a psychologist resident who works with children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, ADHD, and executive functioning difficulties, with a particular interest in working with middle and high school aged girls. She also enjoys helping clients navigate challenges related to self-esteem, confidence, and social relationships.

She views the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for successful therapy and places a strong emphasis on building genuine, collaborative relationships with her clients. She uses an integrative, evidence-based approach to tailor treatment to each client’s individual needs and goals.  As part of her therapeutic style, Dr. Armijo incorporates humor and positivity into her work to help foster an authentic, comfortable space for her clients. In session, she often uses hands-on activities such as arts and crafts to support engagement and encourage self-expression.

In addition to therapy, Dr. Armijo conducts comprehensive psychological evaluations for children and adolescents, particularly in the areas of ADHD, executive functioning, and learning disorders. Her approach to assessment focuses on diagnostic clarity, working collaboratively with families to best understand each child’s strengths and challenges, and identifying practical supports for home and school.

She also facilitates Crafting Connections, a therapeutic group that utilizes arts and crafts to support connection, self-expression, and social skill development.

Dr. Armijo earned her Master of Arts in Applied Psychological Science and her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) from Pacific University.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with friends and her dog, crafting, cooking, and playing video games.