Meet Dr. Joanna Kaye
I am a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY 32010) with expertise in the treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, and PTSD. I am passionate about helping people decide what matters most to them, and providing them with the tools they need to pursue their goals. My ultimate goal is for you to not need me, as I teach my clients skills to empower them to become their own therapist — and I hope to help you to make meaningful, tangible change using powerful, evidence-based skills. Read here to learn more about my therapy approach.
Education and Clinical Training
Postdoctoral fellowship and predoctoral internship: University of California, San Diego/VA San Diego Healthcare System
PhD in Clinical Psychology: Drexel University
BA in Psychology and Spanish: Emory University
I have received comprehensive training from several of the top institutions in the world for anxiety, OCD, and PTSD treatment. The treatments I provide are the most powerful and effective treatments available for these conditions.
I have worked in a variety of settings, including a community mental health clinic, the world-renowned Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety created by Dr. Edna Foa (the developer of prolonged exposure therapy for PTSD), and two Veterans Affairs medical centers.
Specializations
I specialize in the following evidence-based treatments:
Cognitive behavioral therapies (CBTs) for social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, agoraphobia, specific phobias, generalized anxiety disorder, and skin-picking (excoriation) disorder
Exposure and response prevention (ERP) for obsessive compulsive disorder
Prolonged exposure (PE) therapy for PTSD
Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) for PTSD
Cognitive behavioral conjoint therapy (CBCT) for PTSD
Click here to learn more about these treatments.
Research and Service
I have engaged in research related to evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders, OCD, and PTSD. I have been published in peer-reviewed academic journals, and I have presented many research projects at professional conferences. My dissertation focused on understanding what gets in the way of therapists from providing the most effective treatment for anxiety disorders – exposure therapy.
I also serve on the American Psychological Association’s Division 12 Board, where I help to provide resources on evidence-based psychological treatments.
Personal
When I’m not at work, I enjoy spending time with my fluffy dog, walking around neighborhoods, and traveling (during non-COVID times!).
I deeply care about the patients that I work with, and I truly love what I do. I hope we can work together to move you in the direction you’re looking for.
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