kristen jones, Psy. d.

Kristen Jones is a New Jersey Licensed Psychologist and NJ State Certified School Psychologist. Her goal in the practice of psychology is to help clients work toward alleviating negative emotions, establishing and pursuing goals, working through conflicts and attaining a more positive and healthy sense of well-being. Kristen has experience working with the following issues/concerns:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Self-Injurious Behavior
  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Sport Psychology (Athletes returning from injury)
  • Anger Management
  • Stress/Coping Skills
She primarily use a cognitive-behavioral therapy treatment model (focusing on the connection between thoughts, feelings and actions) while incorporating several mind-body techniques ( yoga, meditation, mindfulness). Kristen also works with athletes, teams and performers using a sport psychology approach.

Anxiety

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Depression

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Self-Injurious Behavior

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Autism Spectrum Disorders

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ADD/ADHD

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Learning Disabilities

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Sport Psychology

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Anger Management

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Stress/Coping Skills

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ABOUT KRISTEN JONES

Meet kristen

Credentials

Education

  • Psy.D. (School Psychology), Rutgers University, 2007 – Concentration: Sport Psychology
  • C.A.G.S. (Applied Educational Psychology), Northeastern University, 2004
  • M.S. (Applied Educational Psychology), Northeastern University, 2002
  • B.A. (Psychology), Rutgers College, 1999

Certifications

  • NJ State Certified School Psychologist (All Levels)
  • MA State Certified School Psychologist (All Levels)
  • NJ Licensed Psychologist (License No. 35SI00486600)

Experience

Trenton Public Schools, Trenton, NJ

School Psychologist, October, 2009 – December, 2012

  • Conduct individual and collaborative preschool assessments
  • Provide individual counseling to elementary students.
  • Provide case management duties for special education students, grades PS-5.
  • Collaborate with community agencies in providing support to preschool students.

East Windsor Regional School District, East Windsor, NJ

School Psychologist, September, 2008 – October, 2009

  • Conduct individual psychological assessments.
  • Provide individual and group counseling to elementary students.
  • Develop and implement behavioral intervention programs through consultation with teachers and parents.
  • Serve on the district-wide crisis intervention response team.
  • Participate on the Intervention and Referral Services Committee.
  • Provide case management duties for special education students, grades K-5.

Howell Township Public Schools, Howell, NJ

School Psychologist, September, 2003 – June, 2008

  • Conducted individual psychological assessments.
  • Provided individual and group counseling to elementary and middle school students.
  • Developed and implemented behavioral intervention programs through consultation with parents and teachers.
  • Participated as a member of a Child Study Team in two public schools.
  • Provided all case management duties for students in middle and elementary school.

 

 

Cognitive-Behavioral Private Practice, Princeton , NJ & Holmdel, NJ

Temporary Permit Holder, July, 2007 – July, 2011 & Licensed Psychologist, July, 2011 – April, 2012

  • Provide individual and group therapy addressing childhood issues of depression, anxiety, adjustment to change, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, behavioral problems, attentional difficulties, self-injurious behaviors, school performance, and motivation.
  • Conduct psychoeducational evaluations.

Mercer County Community College, West Windsor, NJ

Adjunct Professor, September, 2007 – May, 2008

  • Taught Child Development Course
  • Taught Introduction to Psychology Course
  • Participated in adjunct faculty training in-services and seminars

Rutgers – Livingston College Counseling Center, Piscataway, NJ

Intern, September, 2007- May, 2007

  • Provided individual counseling to college students, including athletes.
  • Participated in case presentations and group trainings pertaining to mental health issues among college students.

Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA

Practicum Student, September, 2002 – June 2003

  • Conducted individual psychological assessments.
  • Provided individual and group counseling to middle and high school students with emotional issues.
  • Developed and implemented behavioral intervention programs through consultation with teachers.
  • Presented assessment results in IEP Meetings, and aid in developing appropriate educational programs for students.
  • Participated as a member of the pre-referral teams at two public schools.

The Lakeside School, Peabody, MA.

Entry- Level Social Worker, November, 1999 – June, 2001

  • Conducted individual, group and family therapy with behaviorally troubled males, ages 8-16.
  • Performed all aspects of case management.
  • Collaborated with other members of a clinical team to devise, implement, and evaluate behavior management programs.
  • Designed appropriate social/emotional goals to be included in Individual Educational Plans.

Presentations/Research

  • The Who, What, When, Where, Why and How of Self- Mutilating Behaviors in Schools. 2/2007
  • Stress and Coping Among Youth and High School Sport Coaches – Unpublished Doctoral Dissertation

Professional Organizations

  • American Psychological Association
  • New Jersey Psychological Association
  • National Association of School Psychologists
  • Phi Delta Kappa

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Kristen's Work

Kristen specializes in:
  • Individual Psychotherapy
    • Children
    • Adolescents
    • Adults
    • Families
  • Group Psychotherapy
    • Social Skills Group - Designed for children/adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADD/ADHD, & Learning Disabilities
    • Coping Skills Group - Designed for adolescents with an emphasis on relaxation, mindfulness, and yoga
    • Pre-teen/Teen Group for Girls - Focuses on dealing with age-related issues and building self-confidence
    • Parent Group - Designed to provide parents with the skills and confidence to address a variety of issues associated with their children
  • Psycho-Educational Evaluations
  • ADD/ADHD Evaluations
  • Women's Group - Provides a place to openly discuss concerns/issues in a safe and comfortable setting while fostering a sense of community among members

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