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Kirti Thummala, PhD

Assistant Professor

Location

  • Neuroscience Center – Specialty Clinics
  • 900 N. 92nd St.
  • Milwaukee, WI 53226

Specialties

  • Psychology

Neurosciences – Froedtert Hospital Clinic

My approach to therapy is based on working collaboratively with patients to build a foundation of trust, support and acceptance. I use evidence-based treatments to empower patients with coping strategies that help them regain control over their lives and improve emotional well-being.

Overview

Diseases and Conditions

  • Depression and Anxiety Disorders
  • Headaches
  • Mood Disorders
  • Chronic Pain
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Stress
  • Adjustment to Chronic Illness

Treatments and Services

  • Biofeedback
  • Psychotherapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Health Psychology
  • Mindfulness
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Virtual Visit
  • Psychological Services for Pain Management

Patients Ages Seen

  • Adult
  • Senior

Languages

  • English

Hospital Affiliations

  • Froedtert Hospital – Milwaukee

Clinic Locations

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Biography

Kirti Thummala, PhD, is a pain psychologist in the Froedtert & the ӰԺ department of neurology. Prior to joining Froedtert & ӰԺ, she completed her postdoctoral fellowship at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Thummala’s clinical expertise and research interest focus on identifying factors that increase resilience and improve daily functioning in people living with chronic pain.

Education and Training

Master of Art Clinical Psychology - Arizona State University - Tempe, AZ
Doctor of Philosophy - Clinical Psychology - Arizona State University - Tempe, AZ
Predoctoral Internship - Rush University Medical Center - Chicago, IL
Postdoctoral Fellowship - Rush University Medical Center - Chicago, IL