Thi Tran

Dr. Tran is a Psychological Associate specializing in chronic pain and health-related conditions. He currently works with injured workers through SPARC Med and also serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Psychology Department at the University of San Francisco teaching Abnormal Psychology.

His clinical work integrates evidence-based approaches, including values- and mindfulness-based therapies, within a biopsychosocial framework. He draws from Eastern philosophy and spirituality when helpful, supporting clients in developing psychological flexibility, resilience, and meaningful engagement with their lives while navigating pain, injury, and health challenges. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys playing basketball and soccer, exploring the outdoors and world cuisines, and spending time with family and friends, his partner, and their pets!

• Health psychology
• Pain psychology

• Western Michigan University, PhD in Clinical Psychology, 2024
• Western Michigan University, MA in Clinical Psychology, 2020
• Western Michigan University, MA in Counseling Psychology, 2017
• University of Michigan, BA in Psychology, 2014

• Psychological Associate in Chronic Pain, SPARC Med (2025-Present)
• Postdoctoral Resident in Pain Medicine, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco
• Pre-Doctoral Intern in Behavioral Medicine, Kaiser Permanente San Jose

• Stocker, A., Tran, T. A., Richardson, H., Dickson, C., & Apple, R. (2021). Motivational Interviewing and Vaccinations in Pediatric Practice. International Journal Child Health Human Development, 14(1), 3-8.
• Barreto, M., Tran, T. A., & Gaynor, S. T. (2019). A Single-Session of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Health-Related behavior change: An Open Trial with a nonconcurrent matched comparison group. Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science, 13, 17-26.