Business Details
Your Trusted Clinical Psychologist in Palo Alto, CA
As a licensed Clinical Psychologist in California, I specialize in the psychological assessment and treatment of adolescents and adults. My practice focuses on addressing mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, trauma, loss, and complex family dynamics. With advanced training and extensive experience, I integrate developmental, psychodynamic, interpersonal, family systems, and neurobehavioral approaches to provide personalized care.I prioritize evidence-based methods and collaborate with clients to create tailored treatment plans. My office in Palo Alto offers in-person sessions four days a week, with virtual options available. I am committed to helping clients achieve resilience and improved mental health through compassionate, research-informed therapy.
Services
Psychological Assessment
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Treatment Planning
Evidence-Based Methods
Highlights and features
- Specializes in evidence-based treatment for mood and anxiety disorders
- Offers personalized therapy integrating multiple therapeutic approaches
- Licensed with 25+ years of clinical experience in California
- Provides flexible scheduling with in-person and virtual sessions
- Focuses on client-centered care informed by scientific research
Services
Psychological Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation spanning 2-4 sessions to identify distress causes and treatment options. Includes evidence-based diagnostic methods and personalized recommendations. Focuses on client-clinician collaboration to develop effective treatment plans aligned with individual needs and goals.
Individual Therapy
Tailored treatment for adolescents and adults addressing mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma. Utilizes psychodynamic, interpersonal, and neurobehavioral approaches. Sessions typically weekly or biweekly, with flexible scheduling to accommodate client needs and treatment progress.
Family Therapy
Specialized intervention for complex family dynamics and parenting issues. Focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts through systemic approaches. Designed for families seeking to address relationship challenges in a supportive therapeutic environment.
Treatment Planning
Collaborative process to develop customized treatment strategies based on assessment findings. Integrates client preferences with evidence-based practices. Includes referrals to complementary services when additional specialized care is required for optimal outcomes.
Evidence-Based Methods
Application of scientifically supported treatment approaches grounded in ongoing research. Combines clinical expertise with current empirical findings to ensure effective interventions. Focuses on measurable outcomes and adaptive treatment modifications based on client progress.
People
Dyer-Friedman Jennifer PHD
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed Psychologist in California with 25+ years of experience. Specializes in adolescent and adult mental health, utilizing evidence-based approaches. Trained at UC Berkeley and Stanford, focusing on developmental and clinical psychology.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I provide individual therapy for adolescents and adults, family therapy for relationship issues, and evidence-based treatments for mood, anxiety, and eating disorders using multiple therapeutic approaches.
Are virtual sessions available?
Yes, virtual sessions are offered on Thursdays. In-person sessions are available Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at my Palo Alto office.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes. Some clients prefer longer sessions or variable schedules based on their treatment needs and goals.
What is your approach to treatment?
I integrate developmental, psychodynamic, interpersonal, family systems, and neurobehavioral approaches. My practice emphasizes evidence-based methods informed by current research and client-centered care.
How do you handle treatment planning?
After a 2-4 session evaluation, I provide personalized recommendations. We collaboratively develop a treatment plan considering your goals, distress levels, and scheduling needs.
