Dr. jackie jiang

 I was born and raised in Dalian, a coastal city of six million in Northern China. Growing up under the care of my grandparents, I was deeply influenced by traditional Chinese values and a strong sense of personal responsibility. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Northeastern University in China before moving to the United States at age 23. In 2006, I completed a Master’s in Human Services with a concentration in Child and Family Studies, followed by a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2014.

Over the years, I have gained extensive experience across a wide range of clinical settings, including community mental health centers, correctional facilities, state agencies, and private practice. These diverse experiences have shaped my comprehensive and culturally attuned approach to mental health care.

My clinical focus centers on child development, psychological assessment, and forensic evaluation. I approach treatment through an integrative lens, tailoring methods to meet the individual needs of each client and the specific nature of their concerns. I am grounded in the diathesis-stress model, recognizing the interplay of biological predisposition (“nature”) and life experiences (“nurture”) in shaping mental health and behavior. I believe that by understanding and working with both, meaningful change becomes possible.

Resilience plays a key role in how individuals navigate life’s challenges. I prioritize the therapeutic relationship as a powerful vehicle for healing—building trust, empathy, and safety as the foundation for lasting growth. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they pursue greater clarity, stability, and well-being.

 With the background and training mentioned above, my current practice focus is on clinical and forensic testing. I offer psychological testing services to find out diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, personality disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, various learning disorders, intellectual disorders,  developmental disorders, etc. I also offer forensic testing services in cases such as parental alienation, child custody, parenting time, guardianship, fitness for duty, FOID card reinstallation, work product review, attorney consultation, expert testimony, etc.  

 “CHILDREN IN THE MIDDLE: EVALUATION OF A DIVORCE EDUCATION PROGRAM” (2014).