I cherish being welcomed into a patient's story, so I can best appreciate the impact and experience of their GI symptoms. I incorporate humor, warmth, and science, so patients feel empowered and know exactly why I recommend the skills we discuss.

Dr. Brittany Friedman is a clinical health psychologist with a passion for integrated healthcare and helping patients truly understand the neuroscience behind evidence-backed gut-brain therapies. Dr. Friedman has more than a decade of experience helping patients with chronic and complex health conditions, specializing in disorders of the gut-brain interaction (DGBIs) like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). She also has a particular interest in women’s gut health.

Dr. Friedman knows that nutrition, lifestyle, and stress deeply shape gut health and quality of life. At Oshi, her goal is to create tailored treatment plans that help patients reconnect to what matters most to them—whether that’s mealtime, relationships, sleep, or their favorite hobby.

Before joining Oshi, Dr. Friedman trained first responders in crisis negotiation, led women’s pain management programming, and created a program to reduce burnout in medical providers.

When she’s not working with patients, Dr. Friedman loves horseback riding, hiking, gardening, hopping on her Peloton, and exploring the incredible local food scene with her spouse. She’s a proud parent of three dogs—including one who often pops up in video calls.

Education

  • Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) and Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology, Nova Southeastern University (APA Accredited Program)
  • Chronic Pain Management Fellowship, Phoenix VA Healthcare System
  • Primary Care Mental Health Integration Internship, VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center

Memberships

  • American Psychological Association, Rehabilitation Psychology Division
  • National Register of Health Service Psychologists
  • Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT )
  • Rome Foundation GastroPsych

Awards and Recognitions

  • Department of Veterans Affairs ICARE Award

Favorite Gut Health Tip

When your gut acts up, go easy on yourself and lean into what brings you comfort. Personally, I recommend time with loved ones (pets included) or in nature.