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Katrín I. Kutluçinar, MA, LGPC

My focus is on recovery, quality of care, and embracing the individuality of the client or patient. My goal is to improve the quality and availability of mental health services for those living with mood and psychotic disorders through research and psychotherapy.

Education

Master of Arts | Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Washington Adventist University
01/2019-12/2021 | Takoma Park, MD

Bachelor of Arts | American History & Constitutional Law
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Marymount University
09/2010-06/2013 | Arlington, VA

Publications
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Stigma, Bias, and Lack of Education Amongst Clinicians Harms Patients with Bipolar Disorder: A Systematic Review
Kutlucinar, K. (2025) Bipolar Disorders.

​​Research on Youth with and at Risk for Bipolar Disorder: A Five Year Update 
Dimick, M.K., Jiang, X., Kutlucinar, K., Burrows, K., Goldstein, B. (2024) Bipolar Disorders.
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Patients' Perspectives on the Consequences of Eliminating Prepubertal Pediatric Bipolar Disorder as a Valid Diagnosis
Kutlucinar, K., Burrows, K. (2024) Bipolar Disorders.              
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Linking Scientific Research to the Bipolar Consumer Patient
Kutlucinar, K., Burrows, K. (2022) Bipolar Disorders. 
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The Role of Astrocytes on Depression: A Mini Review
Kutlucinar, K. (2022). OALib Journal.
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Patients’ Opinions on the Validity of the Diagnosis of Pediatric Bipolar Disorder
Kutlucinar, K., Hoyt, S., Willie, D. (2022). Bipolar Disorders. 
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The Effects of Stimulant Treatment on Child and Adolescent Growth: What Every Parent and Clinician Needs to Know
Kutlucinar, K., Swanson, J., Zametkin, A. (2021). The ADHD Report.
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COVID-19 Wreaks Havoc on Mental Health and Suicide Rate 
Kutlucinar, K. (2020). Nahmias Cipher Report.

​Interviews and Research Featured in Popular Media
Bipolar Disorders. 2023. "Linking Scientific Research to the Bipolar Patient."
Gin Malhi's: Bipolar Disorders- The Overview-Volume 24-Issue 7. (Podcast).

​​Conferences
​Kutlucinar, K. I. (2023, February 20). Patients' Opinions on the Validity of the Diagnosis of Pediatric Bipolar Disorder [Conference presentation]. EuroSciCon.  https://mentalhealthconference.euroscicon.com/
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Kutlucinar, K.I. (2023, September 14). The Impact of Delayed Diagnosis of Pediatric Bipolar Disorder: What Every Clinician Should Know [Conference presentation]. Longdom Conferences. https://www.longdom.com/clinicalpsychiatry​
 
​Kutlucinar, K.I. (2024, September 29). The Gap Between Research and Practice is Failing Patients with Bipolar Disorder (Poster presentation). International Society of Bipolar Disorders. https://www.isbd.org/2024AnnualConference.​
Work Experience
​You First Health Systems
Psychotherapist
04/2024-Present
 
Dr. Robert M. Post, MD-Bipolar Collaborative Network/George Washington University
Research Associate
06/2018-Present
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Integrative Behavioral Health
Lead Psychotherapist for Mood & Psychotic Disorder Program
09/2024-08/2025
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Synergy Family Services
Lead Psychotherapist for Abuse Intervention Program
10/2023-04/2024
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Synergy Family Services
Psychotherapist
04/2022-04/2024
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Synergy Family Services
Psychotherapist Intern
12/2020-04/2022
 
Research and Conversations About Bipolar Disorder Inc
Founder & Director
05/2020-06/2024
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Family Services of Sheppard Pratt
Former Head Transitional Age Youth Care Specialist for Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program
11/2017-05/2019
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Family Services of Sheppard Pratt
Residential Care Specialist for Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program
08/2015-11/2017
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Montessori School of Chevy Chase
Montessori Kindergarten Assistant & Lead Teacher
07/2014-08/2015
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​Certifications & Trainings

  • Family-Focused Therapy for Bipolar Disorder (FFT-BD)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBT-P)

  • Certified Trauma Professional

  • Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy for Bipolar Disorder (IPSRT-BD)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical and Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Leadership Experience​

​Founder & Director of Research and Conversations About Bipolar Disorder Inc.​

Achievements​

  • Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology

  • Alpha Chi National Honor Scholarship Society ​

Associations

  • Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology

  • Alpha Chi National Honor Society

  • American Counseling Association

 

Volunteer Experience

Teacher  | Human Service Trust  

Abura Orphanage, Cape Coast, Ghana

Psychotherapist for Foster Youth​ | A Home Within

Oakland, California, USA

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