PsychForward CBT Staff

Jonathan Schettino, Ph.D.
President & Licensed Psychologist

​Dr. Schettino is a licensed psychologist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety disorders, OCD, major depressive disorder, and PTSD. He identifies as a scientist-practitioner and endeavors to align his therapeutic practice with the latest psychological science. In addition to CBT, he often incorporates elements of other empirically sound behavioral treatments (e.g., Acceptance-Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy) into his therapeutic approach in order to provide his clients with as many evidence-based tools as possible to achieve their goals.

​Dr. Schettino completed his psychology training at Princeton University (B.A. - 2004), Saint Elizabeths Hospital (pre-doctoral internship - 2012), University of California, Los Angeles (Ph.D. - 2012), and Freie Universität Berlin (post-doctoral fellowship - 2013). His professional career experience includes serving as a staff psychologist at the Towson University Counseling Center and the Johns Hopkins University Employee/Student Assistance Program. He is currently a full member of the Association of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT). Because of Dr. Schettino’s professional experience working at several universities and medical institutions both here in the United States and abroad, he is particularly familiar with the unique therapeutic needs and challenges of college students, graduate students, expats, researchers, professors, higher education professionals, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

In addition to his work as a cognitive behavioral therapist, Dr. Schettino specializes in evidence-based psychological assessments for the workplace. He is an active member of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) and currently serves as the senior behavioral threat assessment psychologist for Johns Hopkins University and Health System. Finally, Dr. Schettino has a clinical appointment at the Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelics and Consciousness Research, where he conducts research on optimizing the psychosocial component of psychedelic medicine, serves as clinical supervisor for a study examining the effects of psilocybin on OCD, and guides study participants through experimental psychedelic treatments.

Outside of his psychology practice, Dr. Schettino’s personal interests include traveling, spending time outdoors, playing tennis, gardening, cooking, science-fiction, history, pub trivia, rooting for the San Francisco 49ers (he’s a child of the 1980’s), and staying involved in local issues affecting Baltimore.

Molly Standeven, Psy.D.
Director of Assessment Services & Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Standeven is a licensed psychologist specializing in psychological assessment. At PsychForward CBT, Dr. Standeven provides psychodiagnostic evaluations to assess for neurodivergence in adults (e.g., ADHD, Autism), as well as comprehensive psychoeducational assessments for adults (18+).

Psychodiagnostic evaluations can help clarify your individual experience, understand differences in thinking and behaving, and highlight your individual strengths.

Psychoeducational evaluations further clarify the source(s) of your learning challenges (e.g., ADHD, specific learning disorder in reading, writing, or mathematics) and help you to best navigate your school or work environment based on your individual strengths and areas of challenge. When appropriate, the results of a psychoeducational evaluation can be used to support applications for accommodations at school or work.

Dr. Standeven completed her psychology training at Northeastern University (B.S. - 2013), Loyola University Maryland (M.S. - 2017), Saint Elizabeths Hospital (pre-doctoral internship - 2022), University of Denver (Psy.D. 2022), and post-doctoral training at Clifton T. Perkins (2023) and PsychForward CBT (2024). In addition to her role as Director of Assessment at PsychForward CBT, she supervises psychological assessment at Loyola University Maryland’s training clinic, Loyola Clinical Centers.

Dr. Standeven additionally provides individual therapy and works from a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach. She specializes in working with individuals who experience OCD, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and depression.

Outside of her role as a staff psychologist at PsychForward CBT, Dr. Standeven enjoys traveling, hiking, gardening, biking the NCR trail, cooking, exploring Baltimore’s food scene, interior design, attending live music shows, and cheering on the Denver Nuggets.

Miranda Brulla, M.S.
​Licensed Psychology Associate

Miranda is a Psychology Associate at PsychForward CBT who provides individual therapy to adults (18+) experiencing anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, and PTSD. She uses a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach and works collaboratively with her clients to help them better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and to build meaningful change in their lives. Her style is warm, compassionate, and goal-oriented, and she strives to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered.

Miranda earned her B.A. in Psychology and Criminal Justice from Seton Hall University and her M.S. in Clinical Psychology from Loyola University Maryland, where she is currently completing her Doctorate (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology. She has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including community mental health and substance use treatment programs, where she supported individuals in recovery and those experiencing serious mental illness. She also has experience conducting therapy and psychological testing with clients facing concerns such as trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, self-worth, and neurodevelopmental differences.

In addition to her clinical work, Miranda serves as the Executive Chair of the Maryland Psychological Association for Graduate Students, where she helps represent and support graduate students in psychology across the state.

Outside of work, Miranda enjoys hiking, kayaking, playing pickleball, attending live music concerts and training to become a long-distance runner. She’s also an animal lover who spends time with her two cats, Prince and Jack, and regularly volunteers as a weekend foster for adoptable pets at local animal shelters.

Miranda provides services under the supervision of Dr. Jonathan Schettino, a licensed psychologist and President of PsychForward CBT, as part of her ongoing clinical training and professional development.

PsychForward CBT is Currently Hiring for a Part-time Psychology Associate!

If you are interested in joining a small psychology practice, want to further develop your skills in cognitive-behavioral therapy, interested in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, or depression, and are provisionally licensed as an LGPC in the State of Maryland, please contact [email protected] to inquire about the open part-time (10 - 25 hours per week) position.  We are also accepting applications from LCPCs, LCSW-Cs, and post-doctoral level Ph.Ds/Psy.Ds in clinical/counseling psychology who are licensed or license-eligible to practice in the State of Maryland.   

PsychForward CBT also occasionally has opportunities for practicum/internship students

If you are a student in a masters or doctoral program in counseling/clinical psychology and looking for a practicum/internship site that is focused on CBT for anxiety disorders, OCD, and depression, please feel free to contact us. Please note that the length of your practicum/internship experience must equal at least 8 months and must allow for at least 8 hours a week of direct patient care.