Dr.  Melvina Norwood is a licensed psychologist who specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents.  She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology, summa cum laude, at Spelman College, and Master's and Doctoral degrees in Clinical/Counseling/School Psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara.  She completed her postdoctoral training in child clinical psychology at a joint program at Stanford University Children’s Hospital and the Children’s Health Council.  After several years of private practice group affiliations, Dr. Norwood opened Norwood Psychological Group (NPG) in McDonough, Georgia; she serves as the Clinical Director for a group of licensed psychologists and Master’s level trained therapists.

Dr. Norwood provides a variety of services to diverse child, adolescent and adult populations including individual, family and group therapy, as well as psychological, educational and forensic evaluations.  Dr. Norwood integrates spirituality in family therapy when requested by clients.  She also provides treatment for juvenile sexual offenders and children experiencing distress from physical and sexual abuse.  Dr. Norwood also worked at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, where she specialized in the areas of depression, anxiety and suicide prevention.

In addition to clinical work, Dr. Norwood is an Adjunct Professor at Spelman College in the Department of Psychology.   She frequently conducts psychological and personal development workshops at professional and community-based conferences for educators, psychologists and civic organizations.   Dr. Norwood is a member of the American Psychological Association, Georgia Psychological Association and National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology.