Commentary - Concerns about Social Media & Youth

Dr. Johann D’Souza earned both a PhD and Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from the
University of Houston on a Presidential Fellowship after receiving a prior Masters degree from
Boston University in Psychology and Bachelors degree from University of Dallas in Theology.
His research publications focus on the psychological benefits of hope and optimism. He is a
research affiliate at Harvard’s Human Flourishing Program, a coach for OptimalWork, and the
host of the Virtuous Leaders podcast which highlights inspiring examples of moral and
professional excellence.
He is the founder of Values First Therapy, where he offers modern psychology with traditional
values. He specializes in helping high achievers achieve peak performance and overcome
anxiety or OCD by using science-based strategies from cognitive behavior therapy.
Short Bio
Dr. Johann D’Souza is a clinical psychologist and founder of Values First Therapy, where he
offers modern psychology with traditional values. He specializes in helping high achievers
achieve peak performance and overcome anxiety or OCD.
In addition, he hosts the Virtuous Leaders podcast to highlight inspiring examples of moral and
professional excellence.