Dr. Selena Villa
About Dr. Selena Villa
Dr. Helen Egger is the Co-founder and Chief Medical & Scientific Officer, with over 30 years of experience in child mental health, and has held leadership roles at Duke University and NYU Langone Health.
Professional Title and Roles
Dr. Helen Egger is the co-founder and Chief Medical & Scientific Officer. She holds over 30 years of experience in the field of child mental health. Dr. Egger's roles have spanned prestigious academic and healthcare institutions, underlining her extensive expertise and leadership qualities in pediatric mental health.
Education and Expertise in Child Mental Health
Dr. Helen Egger specializes in pediatric medicine with a specific focus on early childhood mental health. She is recognized as an early childhood mental health expert and a digital health expert. Her expertise encompasses the development of proprietary assessments addressing common emotions, behaviors in early childhood, and family stresses.
Background in Academic Leadership
Dr. Helen Egger has held several notable academic leadership roles. Previously, she was the Division Chief for Child Psychiatry at Duke University School of Medicine and also served as the Department Chair and Director of the NYU Langone Health Child Study Center. She has chaired significant programs contributing to advancements in child psychiatry at both Duke University and NYU.
Publications and Media Features
Dr. Helen Egger has been featured in prominent publications including The New York Times, Forbes, Inc., and HuffPost, highlighting her contributions and insights in child mental health. Additionally, she shared insights on the impact of filters on individual self-perception in a Glam article, exemplifying her engagement with broader societal discussions on mental health.