Kathleen Alto, PHD

Psychology

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About Me

Joined MetroHealth: 2022
Academic Affiliations: AssistantProfessor, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

I’m a psychologist at MetroHealth. I’ve been here since 2022, and I’m passionate about providing thoughtful, inclusive care that meets people where they are. I completed my undergraduate studies at Cornell University and earned my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Akron. I also trained at the VA Medical Center in Cleveland, where I focused on infectious disease psychology.

My clinical interests include gender and sexual minority health, addiction medicine, ADHD, surgical readiness evaluations, and integrated primary care. I also work in informatics, helping improve how we deliver care through technology and data.

Whether I’m supporting someone through a life transition or helping them prepare for surgery, my goal is to create a space where patients feel safe, respected, and empowered. I believe in collaborative care and always strive to tailor treatment to each person’s unique needs and goals.

Integrated behavioral health, gender and sexual minority health

MetroHealth Residency Adult Track Teaching Award 2020 & 2023

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Education & Training

Education

Internship

Veterans Administration Medical Center-Cleveland (Ohio) – Infectious Disease Psychologist

Graduate School

University of Akron (Ohio) Ph.D

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