Welcome to your personal growth journey! It is an honor to support you on your path to wellness. As an Asian American woman, I am keenly aware of the stigma that surrounds mental health and am committed to helping others access the care and support they need. Embarking on a journey towards self-discovery and healing takes courage and vulnerability. As you stand at this pivotal moment, know that you don't have to walk this path alone. 

In my practice, therapy isn't just about addressing symptoms. It's about honoring the intricate tapestry of your background and experiences, recognizing the underlying roots of one’s struggles, and promoting resilience and meaningful change. I approach therapy as a sacred space for healing, self-discovery, and growth where you feel seen, understood, and accepted. Recognizing that every journey is unique, I will meet you where you are at and aim to tailor our work to your specific needs and goals. 

Together, we'll nurture self-compassion as we explore your inner world with empathy and gentleness, uncovering strengths and insights that will guide you towards a life of authenticity, fulfillment, and resilience. Whether you're navigating past traumas, relationship struggles, or simply seeking greater self-awareness, I invite you to embark on this transformative journey with me and look forward to working with you!

Specialties:

• Identity development

• Adjustment 

• Stress/anxiety

• Depression

• Self-compassion

• High school and college students

• Adults

• Asian American wellness

Issues:

• Academic stressors

• Self-esteem 

• Identity-related concerns

• Family-of-origin concerns 

• Life transitions 

• Trauma-related issues

• Coping and emotion regulation strategies

• Relationship/interpersonal concerns

Treatment Approaches:

• Individual counseling

• Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

• Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

• Psychodynamic therapy

• Multicultural therapy

• Solution-focused therapy

Professional Background:

Kaylin Jones, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist (CA PSY 35169) who completed her Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology from Palo Alto University (APA-accredited) and her BA in Psychology and Social Behavior from UC Irvine. Before joining the Pivot Counseling team, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship at UC Berkeley Counseling and Psychological Services and an APA-accredited predoctoral internship at Washington State University Counseling and Psychological Services. In addition, she comes with several years of experience working with folx across the lifespan in vocational, educational, and community-based settings. Her experiences include providing both short and long-term treatment, group therapy, ADHD testing, biofeedback, and a range of evidence-based treatments through a multicultural and trauma-informed lens.