Associate Therapist
Jacqueline has a warm, compassionate, and positive approach to therapy helping her clients feel safe and at ease when addressing their concerns. She understands that taking the first step in seeking help may feel scary or uncomfortable, so she meets her clients where they are at in their journey for change and exploration. Jacqueline believes that all people are part of a bigger system that may be impacting their current situation, so in therapy she explores biological, psychological, social, and spiritual components. Through her clinical experiences working in multiple community agencies, she has helped many unique individuals and families work toward their therapeutic goals by helping them identify the origin of their struggles, provide user friendly interventions, and allow space to feel their emotions. Jacqueline’s clients have enjoyed her optimistic and devoted presence when working through their most vulnerable moments.
Qualifications & Education
- Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #122336
- Master of Arts in Marital and Family Therapy, University of San Diego
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, California State University-East Bay
Clinical Experience
- Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at TherapyWorks
- Clinician I at Uplift Family Services- Family Therapeutic Services
- Clinician I at Uplift Family Services- Transitional Age Youth Outpatient
- Marriage and Family Therapist Intern at Rady Children’s Hospital- Outpatient Psychiatry
Areas of Specialization & Advanced Training
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Trauma Informed Care
- Mindfulness
- Crisis Intervention for suicidal ideation and self-harming behaviors
- Children, Teens, Families, and Transitional-Age Youth
- Parent Support Coaching
- Autism
Associations & Memberships
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) #147139
- Psi Chi- The International Honor Society in Psychology #22069126
On a Personal Note
Jacqueline enjoys spending time with her fiancé and Cocker Spaniel-Georgie, going on mindful walks, playing Mario Kart with her friends, trying out new restaurants, and being creative with nail art. She also loves to travel and learn about cultures through food, art, dance, and history.