Meet Our Team
Amy Serin, PhD
Dr. Amy Serin is an internationally recognized neuropsychologist and stress expert on a mission to help you live your best life. After graduating from Arizona State University in 1996 as Valedictorian (Moeur Award), she obtained her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University in 2006. She then founded Serin Centers in 2007 to integrate cutting-edge, results-oriented neuropsychology into profound and permanent results for her clients. Her unique blend of scientifically based methods for anxiety, depression, ADHD, learning disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, autism spectrum disorders, giftedness, performance enhancement, and life challenges are "truly revolutionary" according to Huffington Post. Since 2007 Serin Centers have helped thousands of kids, teens, and adults reach their full potential.
Dr. Serin serves on the scientific advisory board of Sens.ai, an AI powered neurofeedback and brain longevity consumer headset. She is also the Chief Clinical Director at Dharma Dr., AI integrated wireless tabs for stress relief and integrated therapy. Dr. Serin pioneered Neural Reset Technique, a technique therapists of any clinical orientation can utilize to desensitize triggers and panic and improve the efficacy of therapy. Dr. Serin is also one of the only board-certified clinicians in the United States with technology and protocols to induce deep meditative states for trauma release without the use of psychedelics or ketamine.
Her book The Stress Switch: The Truth About Stress and How to Short Circuit It reached #1 best-seller status for Preventative Medicine on Amazon in 2019. She is the recipient of several international awards for inventing neuroscience stress wearables, including the 2018 Gold Edison Award for Health and Wellness, Forbes 2019 Best Technology Award for Health and Wellness, and Digital Trends 2019 Best of CES award. Serin Centers have received "Best of" Neurofeedback awards for Scottsdale and Peoria, AZ for the last 5 years. Dr. Serin was also recognized as a top Arizona CEO by Titan in 2022.
Dr. Serin is a sought-after keynote speaker for conferences, including the International Society for Neurofeedback and Research, EMDR International Association, and Entrepreneur's Organization. She has been featured in USA Today, Huffington Post, Inc., NBC, Thrive Global, Men's Health, Shape, Mashable, Innovation Nation, and Bustle, among others.
Dr. Serin is an Arizona native who is passionate about health and wellness. In her spare time, she enjoys all things active, spending time with her two teenage sons and fiancé, and unsuccessfully trying to get her mini-Goldendoodle to stop terrorizing passers-by when on walks.
What our clients are saying:
"Dr. Serin is incredible. Thoughtful and supportive while looking to achieve results!"
"Even after just one session, I feel a lot better and more equipped to improve my mental health!"
"Very thorough and professional. Thank you."
"Dr. Serin is so very smart and wise. She is clear about her observations/diagnosis and at the same time, compassionate. I have the highest respect for her expertise."
"Dr. Serin is a gem! I adore her!"
"Dr. Serin is a Godsend! She saw the whole picture, whole life, mind, body spirit counselor who doesn't waste time with talk therapy. So thankful for her!!!"
"Dr. Serin is smart, intuitive, and compassionate. She is a lifesaver!"
"Dr. Serin is amazing! The sense of relief and confidence I feel after our sessions is unmeasurable."
"Thank you for giving me hope in the middle of my darkness."
"After years of seeing other professionals, I finally got the help I needed. I never knew I could live without panic. I'm forever grateful."
"Life changing. My business increased 3x when my brain got sharper. Unbelievable results and I truly believe no one else would have been able to get me here."
"Saved my marriage and my life. I only regret I waited so long to make the call. Forever grateful."
Meena Choi, PhD
Dr. Meena Choi can help parents be sure they are focused on the right treatments for their children. She assesses and treats children and families for depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, attentional problems, autism spectrum symptoms, school difficulties, loss, and trauma.
Dr. Choi utilizes cognitive-behavioral techniques, EMDR therapy, play therapy, and parent training to assist her clients in reaching their goals and improving their lives. Dr. Choi consults closely with parents, as they are invaluable sources of information and partners for intervention.
Dr. Choi graduated from Arizona State University with dual degrees in Psychology and Child and Family Studies. She obtained her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (with a focus on children) from the State University of New York at Albany.
She is a clinical supervisor for Post-Doctoral Fellows and Doctoral Interns at Serin Center.
Dr. Choi is a member of the Arizona Psychological Association, Arizona Association of Play Therapy, and the Arizona Children's Services Network. In her spare time, Dr. Choi enjoys the outdoors and spending time with her husband, two daughters, and two dogs.
What our clients are saying:
"I cannot say enough about how amazing my intake went with Dr. Choi. I have gone through many intakes with other agencies and I have never felt this listened to before. I would recommend Dr. Choi to anyone!"
"Dr. Choi is a very empathetic, personal, and knowledgable health care professional. Dr. Choi is a great asset to the field of mental health. We need more providers like her."
"Dr. Choi was so patient and understanding and thorough. We really appreciated our time with her."
"Dr. Choi was very caring and understanding of our needs."
"Dr. Choi was very kind, helpful, and easy to talk to."
Samantha Jacobson, PsyD
Samantha Jacobson, PsyD is a Neuropsychologist and a licensed Clinical Psychologist in Arizona with multiple years of experience with both therapy and assessment. Instilling hope in clients while equipping them with creative solutions to life's challenges are the aspects of her career that Dr. Jacobson values most.
She uses an integrative and client-tailored approach when treating children, teens, and adults with depression, severe mental illness (SMI), anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders, eating disorders, relational stress, narcissistic abuse, and family conflict. Dr. Jacobson utilizes EMDR therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapies, and play therapy.
Dr. Jacobson conducts neuropsychological assessments for autism, specific learning disabilities, differential diagnoses, and ADHD. She administers quantitative electroencephalograms (qEEGs) and provides neurofeedback. She also supervises Doctoral Interns at Serin Center.
Dr. Jacobson graduated from Jacksonville State University with a degree in psychology and obtained her master's and doctorate degrees in clinical psychology from Midwestern University. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and being outdoors.
What our clients are saying:
"Amazing feedback and lots of support to give hope for a brighter future for our kids"
"Dr. Jacobson was incredibly kind. She was straightforward, direct, and matter-of-fact in the most amazing way during our session. I am so incredibly grateful to have been able to have a session with her. It helped me so much. I feel safe and supported...I will never forget her kindness and support in a time where I felt so vulnerable."
"First session went very well. Helpful and professional. Looking forward to our next appointment."
"Everything about our appointment was wonderful and insightful...Dr. Jacobson had a very good demeanor with the children, gained their trust, and was very insightful with a lot of positive hope and directed us to a very safe and stable plan that gives us a lot of hope for the future."
Andrea Menhennet, PhD
Andrea Menhennet, PhD is currently attending Walden University's Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program. Andrea received her Master's degree from Grand Canyon University with an emphasis in marriage and family therapy before becoming a licensed therapist. She worked in private practice experience before joining the Serin Center team. Andrea works with a broad range of clientele and is comfortable working with any population. She specializes in subconscious therapies such as EMDR and Neuro Emotional Technique (NET); and integrates Psychodynamic and CBT therapies in her work.
At Serin Center, Andrea is excited to learn how applied neuroscience can improve psychological outcomes and provide more tools for clients to reach their life goals. In her spare time, she enjoys being physically active and spending time with her family and friends.
Matthew McGowan
Matthew McGowan is a doctoral researcher at Arizona State University. His work centers on the relationship between brain activity, perception, attention, and behavior, with a broader interest in translating neuroscience into practical tools for self-regulation and human performance.
Matthew graduated summa cum laude from the University of Arizona with a degree in Psychology and is a member of Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, the American Psychological Association, and the Acoustical Society of America. His current research focuses on auditory neuroscience, multisensory integration, and computational approaches to understanding perception and behavior. He has also conducted NIH- and DoD-supported clinical neuroscience research examining neurofeedback, brain network dynamics, cognitive workload, and experience-dependent, self-directed neuroplasticity.
In clinical settings, Matthew has extensive experience with applied neuroscience, neurofeedback, and EEG-based neuroimaging. His work with clients is rooted in neuroscience research, careful interpretation of EEG data, and ethical standards for evidence-based practice in neurofeedback and neuromodulation. He has worked with individuals seeking support for attention, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, learning differences, and cognitive performance. He brings a technically informed, client-centered approach to helping people understand and engage with the training process.
Matthew’s path into neuroscience was shaped by an earlier career in music production, live sound, and broadcast. His experience working with sound, signal processing, large-scale productions, and internationally released music continues to influence how he thinks about perception, attention, auditory neuroscience, and multisensory experience.
Outside of work, Matthew enjoys playing classical violin, producing music, trail running, and exploring new technologies.
Maile Nguyen, BS
Maile Nguyen, BS graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and has plans to pursue a Master of Science Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Grand Canyon University. Maile's kind, approachable style makes clients comfortable during their neurofeedback training sessions. She is passionate about helping others and loves connecting with everyone she meets. She finds it rewarding to be able to help everyone and especially enjoys working with children and adolescents at Serin Center who want to improve their attention, mood, sleep, anxiety, and trauma.
Maile loves working in a career where she can make a difference to the best of her abilities. She enjoys seeing the real-life changes her clients experience and gains a deep sense of satisfaction knowing she has truly made a difference in their lives.
Maile is an Arizona native. She enjoys reading, traveling, listening to crime podcasts, and spending time with her friends and family in her free time.
What our clients are saying:
"Very pleasant to work with! Thank you."
"Maile is professional and nice and makes my son feel comfortable."
"Amazing for my son's first session. Everyone was so nice."
"Worked really well with my child."
Amanda Conway, BA
Amanda Conway is a fourth-year doctoral student at Northern Arizona University pursuing her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology. She earned her M.S. in Health Psychology from Grand Canyon University and holds a B.A. in Sports Journalism from Arizona State University.
Amanda enjoys working with adolescents and young adults experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, women's health concerns, and performance-related challenges. She takes a warm, collaborative, and strengths-focused approach to therapy, helping clients gain insight into themselves, recognize their unique strengths, and develop practical tools for lasting change.
Her clinical training includes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, person-centered therapy (PCT), and emotion-focused therapy (EFT), allowing her to tailor treatment to each client's unique needs and goals. She enjoys helping clients connect the dots between their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and life experiences to better understand themselves.
Amanda also has experience administering neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of cognitive, developmental, and psychological concerns. Her clinical interests include women's health, performance psychology, health psychology, anxiety disorders, and stress management.
Amanda believes that meaningful change begins with self-understanding. She is passionate about helping clients gain insight and build confidence to create lives that align with their values. In her free time, Amanda enjoys strength training, baking, reading, and traveling.
Zoë Getrost
Zoë Getrost is a doctoral student at Northern Arizona University pursuing her PsyD in Clinical Psychology. She earned her B.S. in Psychology, along with a B.A., a minor, and Honors College distinction, from Grand Canyon University, graduating summa cum laude.
Zoë is a multimodal, integrative clinician who tailors treatment to each individual’s unique needs. Her training includes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT; Beck model, including anxiety exposures), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT and RO-DBT variants), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), with additional exposure to a variety of other approaches. She specializes in working with teen and adult women, focusing on anxiety, depression, stress and time management, life transitions, relational concerns, and clients seeking faith- or religion-integrated psychotherapy.
Zoë is committed to creating a warm, supportive, and safe therapeutic environment where clients can heal, grow, and thrive.
Andie Brookens, BA
Andie Brookens, BA (they/them) is a third-year doctoral student in Clinical Psychology at Northern Arizona University. Within their program, Andie serves on the leadership board of PrideJacks, an LGBTQ+ student organization at NAU North Valley. They earned their bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Madison with academic focus areas in sociology, LGBTQ+ studies, sexual trauma, and gendered violence.
Andie has completed practicum training in neuropsychology clinics, administering assessments for ADHD, autism, learning disorders, and neurocognitive impairment or injury. They have experience working with individuals across the lifespan—from young children to older adults—and are comfortable supporting diverse populations.
Andie is especially passionate about working with gender-diverse individuals and is committed to providing gender-affirming, culturally responsive care. Their goal is to create a supportive, individualized environment where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to reach their treatment goals.
In their free time, Andie enjoys hiking Arizona’s mountains, playing tabletop RPGs with friends, and spending time with their two cats.
Meredith Heitland
Meredith Heitland is a doctoral student in Clinical Psychology at Nova Southeastern University, where she also earned an M.S. in Clinical Psychology. She graduated magna cum laude from Sewanee: The University of the South with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and minors in Neuroscience and Spanish.
Meredith is passionate about supporting children and their families as they navigate growth, development, and life challenges. Her clinical experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) deepened her appreciation for the meaningful milestones that shape a child’s development, whether speaking a first word, mastering a new skill, or initiating play with others.
She values partnering with families to celebrate progress while helping children build confidence, resilience, and meaningful connections. Her integrative, person-centered approach considers the psychological, biological, social, and existential aspects of well-being, creating a collaborative and supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered.
As a veteran and former Division I student-athlete, Meredith brings a unique perspective on resilience, health, and personal growth. She believes each individual is far more than a diagnosis or presenting concern and approaches therapy with genuine curiosity, compassion, and respect for each person’s unique story.
Inspired by the Greek origin of the word psyche, meaning “soul,” Meredith believes effective therapy begins with understanding the whole person. Her goal is to help clients reduce distress, strengthen resilience, discover meaning, and move toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Outside of her clinical work, Meredith enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, reading, and relaxing with her mischievous tabby cat, Quince.
Elizabeth "Liz" Colton
Elizabeth “Liz” Colton is a practicum student working toward her doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Northern Arizona University. She is dedicated to supporting individuals in their healing process by fostering self-compassion, acceptance, and personal growth through a collaborative and individualized therapeutic approach.
Liz has experience working with grief, trauma, and depression, drawing from person-centered therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed practices. She has a special interest in working with military populations and children.
Liz has lived in Albania, Kosovo, Tennessee, and Hawaii, and enjoys traveling, baking, playing volleyball, spending time outdoors, and being a new mom.
Tiffany Nguyen
Tiffany Nguyen is a third-year doctoral student at Northern Arizona University pursuing her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Clinical Psychology from the University of California, San Diego, where she also conducted research in moral, developmental, and environmental psychology.
Tiffany is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and their families as they navigate the unique developmental stages and challenges of their lives. She is committed to providing culturally responsive care and especially values working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.
Her clinical training includes person-centered therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), allowing her to tailor treatment to each client’s individual needs and goals.
Tiffany also has experience administering psychological evaluations for children and adolescents with learning disorders, autism, ADHD, intellectual concerns, and behavioral difficulties.
In her free time, Tiffany enjoys trying new restaurants, reading, and spending time with her dog.