Arian Marquez-Russell, PsyD

Dr. Arian Marquez-Russell is a bilingual clinical psychologist and healthcare executive with nearly 15 years of experience spanning federal systems, academic medicine, and digital health. As Clinical Operations Lead at SimplePractice, he ensures AI-driven tools for mental health providers are grounded in clinical rigor, safety, and health equity. He earned his PsyD from the American School of Professional Psychology, completing advanced training at Yale School of Medicine and the University of South Florida. His early clinical work focused on complex trauma, severe mental illness, and co-occurring substance use disorders. Over nearly a decade with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Dr. Marquez-Russell transitioned from direct patient care to directing recovery-oriented systems and large-scale clinical operations. He later served as Clinical Quality Supervisor at Lyra Health, where he oversaw a rapidly growing provider network and contributed to the company's clinical AI focus group. A dedicated educator and advocate, he has directed clinical training programs, championed culturally responsive care for Spanish-speaking and LGBTQ+ communities, and advanced policy efforts to expand mental health access.