Makiko Watanabe
About Makiko Watanabe
Makiko Watanabe is an instructor at George Washington University and a clinical psychology extern at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, with a strong background in psychology and research. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from The George Washington University and has accumulated diverse experience in various healthcare and educational settings.
Work at The George Washington University
Makiko Watanabe has been an Instructor at The George Washington University since 2017. In this role, she has contributed to the academic environment in Washington, District of Columbia. Prior to her current position, she served as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2014 to 2018, where she supported research initiatives and academic projects. Additionally, she worked as a Peer Assessment Supervisor for a brief period in 2017, overseeing peer evaluation processes.
Education and Expertise
Makiko Watanabe holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology and Philosophy from The George Washington University, which she completed from 2014 to 2019. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Chicago, studying there from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, she attended Yonsei University for a short period in 2011. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in psychology and related fields.
Clinical Experience
Currently, Makiko Watanabe serves as a Clinical Psychology Extern at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, a position she has held since 2018. She has also gained experience at Boston Children's Hospital as a Predoctoral Intern since 2019. Previously, she worked at Children's National Health System in various roles, including as a Psychology Extern at the Child Development Clinic and as a Neuropsychology Extern at the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Research and Professional Development
Makiko Watanabe has engaged in research roles throughout her career. She worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Chicago in 2012 and as a Summer Research Associate at Johns Hopkins University from 2015 to 2016. Her research experience complements her clinical training and enhances her expertise in psychology.