Business Details
Child Psychologist in Dallas, TX
I am a licensed child and adolescent psychologist with over 20 years of experience in assessment, therapy, and family support. My practice focuses on anxiety disorders, autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, and mood disorders, serving families across the Dallas Metroplex. I combine clinical expertise with practical parenting strategies to address complex psychological and developmental needs.My background includes academic roles at UT Southwestern Medical School and specialized training in child psychology at Brown University. I offer both in-person and online appointments to accommodate busy families while maintaining a commitment to personalized care and evidence-based interventions.
Services
Psychological Assessment
Individual Therapy
Parenting Support
College Transition
Online Appointments
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in child and adolescent psychology
- Our team specializes in diagnosing complex anxiety and developmental disorders
- We combine in-person and online services for family convenience
- Our founder served as clinical faculty at UT Southwestern Medical School
- We provide personalized parenting strategies for learning disabilities
Services
Psychological Assessment
Comprehensive psychological evaluations identify anxiety disorders, autism spectrum conditions, learning disabilities, and mood disorders. Our assessments provide diagnostic clarity and actionable recommendations for families and schools. Services include school collaboration and tailored intervention planning.
Individual Therapy
Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders, OCD, selective mutism, and co-occurring developmental conditions. Evidence-based approaches include CBT and behavioral interventions. Sessions address social challenges and emotional regulation for children and adolescents.
Parenting Support
Personalized parenting strategies address behavioral challenges and school-related concerns. Services include consultation on educational accommodations and collaboration with Board Certified Behavior Analysts for specialized support.
College Transition
Support for teens navigating college readiness and independent living skills. Services focus on executive functioning, anxiety management, and transition planning for students with developmental or learning differences.
Online Appointments
Flexible telehealth options combine with in-person visits for assessment follow-ups and ongoing therapy. Virtual services maintain confidentiality through encrypted communication platforms for family convenience.
People
Jacqueline Hood
Child Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 20+ years of experience in child development and mental health. Former clinical faculty at UT Southwestern Medical School, specializing in anxiety disorders and autism spectrum conditions. Holds degrees in psychology and education.
Questions
What age groups do you work with?
I specialize in children and adolescents through college transition, addressing developmental, emotional, and learning challenges.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, I combine secure online appointments with in-person visits to accommodate family schedules and geographic needs.
What anxiety disorders do you treat?
I treat selective mutism, OCD, social anxiety, separation anxiety, and generalized anxiety disorders using evidence-based interventions.
How do you involve schools in treatment?
I collaborate with educators to implement accommodations, attend ARD meetings, and provide consultation on learning differences.
What if my child needs behavioral support?
I coordinate with Board Certified Behavior Analysts to develop customized behavioral intervention plans for complex cases.
