Jaclyn Grad, Ph.D.
Dr. Grad is a clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Her passion and goal is to help clients improve their mental well being in all areas of their life. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, stress management, PTSD, grief, health related concerns, and general wellness enhancement. Certified in evidence-based treatments for trauma, mindfulness-based meditation, behavioral medicine consultation, and couples therapy, Dr. Grad brings a comprehensive and integrative approach to mental health. Her advanced specialty training includes a wide array of therapeutic techniques such as the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and Motivational Interviewing. Her expertise reflects a profound dedication to personalized care, seamlessly blending psychological and physiological wellness to meet the unique needs of each individual.
As therapy progresses, clients will learn new skills to enhance wellness as well as have space to process their experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
First session
In our first session together, we will get to know each other a bit and start discussing the challenges you are facing in your life. We will discuss your goals for treatment and start working on a treatment plan that is tailored to your needs.
Strengths
Dr. grad has specialty training and certification in the treatment of anxiety disorders such as social anxiety, specific phobias, and OCD. She completed a two year fellowship in the treatment of PTSD, working with hundreds of clients that have experienced combat, sexual assault, harassment, domestic violence, and first responder trauma. She is double certified as a behavioral medicine consultant with emphasis on treatment of weight management issues, pain, headaches, sleep issues, and chronic health conditions such as diabetes.
Ideal clients
Stress, anxiety, depression, health concerns, ptsd, ocd, women’s issues, and grief
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have extensive training in the use of CBT for many issues including anxiety, depression, phobias, sleep and health concerns. I integrate skills that help with the management of physical manifestations, bothersome or unhelpful thought patterns , and undesired behavior patterns.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I am also extensively trained in the use of ACT for a variety of concerns. ACT can be particularly helpful when traditional CBT or supportive therapy is not sufficient. I like to blend ACT skills such as mindfulness, thought defusion, and values based decision making into my therapy approach.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I have completed specialized training in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. I find mindfulness practices to be the most versatile intervention that can be helpful in almost any situation. I love to provide mindfulness training to any client that might be interested in giving it a try. I personally use mindfulness practices on a daily basis.
Compassion-Focused
Compassion Focused Therapy and Mindful Self Compassion are therapy modalities that I integrate into almost every other treatment I provide. This helps clients to develop a more helpful inner narrative showing compassion for themselves and others. This can boost self-esteem, ease feelings of guilt and shame, and alleviate intrusive thoughts.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- CaliforniaLicense 33993