Christina Zampitella, PsyD, FT, is a licensed clinical psychologist, Fellow of Thanatology, and the founder of The Center for Grief and Trauma Therapy.  She frequently serves as an adjunct professor and internationally recognized professional speaker, and has a particular passion for training emerging mental health professionals.  She hosts her podcast, Phoenix Rising with Dr. Z., where she delves into various topics related to grief and trauma.  Her clinical practice, research, course development, and teaching are centered around grief and trauma studies, nature-based therapy, and integrative psychology.  She has held leadership roles within professional institutions and is on the advisory committee for National University’s Integrative Psychology bachelor’s degree program.  Her professional experience includes serving as the resident psychologist for 5 News in San Diego, and she frequently appeared on NBC News in San Diego and Philadelphia.  She has been recognized in various publications, including The Huffington Post, New York Post, Elle Magazine, BuzzFeed, and several Delaware publications.