About Dr. Jessica Clifton
Focus areas
Anxiety
Infertility Trauma
Psychotherapy
Burnout
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Women's Mental Health Issues
Depression
Postpartum Depression
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Coaching
Compassion Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Jessica Clifton
Everyone has feelings of emotional ups and downs at some point in their life. Therapy can be helpful when these feelings are too much, too often, or hurt the things and people we value most. I provide a safe, supportive space combined with strategies shown to help individuals feel better and reach their goals.
I specialize in women's physical and emotional health throughout the lifespan, including starting school, entering the workforce, occupational burnout, reproductive health, parenthood, retirement, and next steps. I offer virtual psychological services for patients living in California or Vermont.
Many of the strategies I use come from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mind and Body Therapies, Cognitive Processing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Vermont, where I also completed a fellowship at the Larner College of Medicine. I earned a Master’s in Research Psychology from San Francisco State University and received my Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley.
What should a new client know about working with you?
You are the expert of you. As such, collaboration and trust are key parts to helping you guide treatment to suit your needs and meet your goals. In our first appointment, I hope to work with you to help you decide your next steps. I provide telepsychology for patients residing in Vermont or California.
Patients that have previously been hospitalized in inpatient psychiatric settings and/or are currently experiencing thoughts of harming themselves, harming others, extreme distress (anxiety, depression, and/or psychosis), and/or substance abuse may benefit from more intensive local services (eg, face-to-face psychotherapy in conjunction with psychiatric care, partial hospitalization, group therapy). To find referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations you can use SAMHSA’s online treatment locator.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I believe in taking an active role as a therapist, providing a non-judgmental safe space and gentle inquiry to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to help patients feel better and reach their goals.
Dr. Jessica Clifton is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 55 minutes
Ongoing session: $200 for 55 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
My 2023 fees are $200 for a 55-minute appointment. Our first appointment through ZocDoc is a 55-minute intake to better understand what is going on for you and to see if our work together could be a good fit. I am not participating in any insurance networks at this time. Patients can pay directly for services using a credit card through my online system. For patients with a health insurance policy and/or employee healthcare benefits (ie, FSA, HSA, or HRA) it will usually provide some coverage/reimbursement for telepsychology appointments (sometimes video-only is reimbursed, not audio). I will fill out forms and provide you with reasonable assistance to help you receive the benefits to which you are entitled.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Vermont, PhD in Clinical Psychology
- University of Vermont, Larner College of Medicine (Fellowship)
- University of California, Berkeley (Bachelor's)
- San Francisco State University, Master's in Research Psychology
Professional memberships
- American Psychological Association
- California Psychological Association
- Redwood Psychological Association
- American Society for Reproductive Medicine
Awards and publications
- For highlights of my publications, see https://www.parheliawellness.com/research.html
NPI number
1023587078
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Jessica Clifton?
Generally, Dr. Jessica Clifton has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Clifton's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Jessica Clifton accepting new patients?
Dr. Jessica Clifton generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Clifton's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Jessica Clifton accept my insurance?
Choose your insurance plan to verify if Dr. Clifton is in-network.
Can I make an appointment with Dr. Jessica Clifton online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Clifton using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dr. Jessica Clifton work with?
Dr. Jessica Clifton works with Parhelia Wellness.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jessica Clifton?
Dr. Jessica Clifton frequently sees patients for Depression, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jessica Clifton on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Jessica Clifton speak?
Dr. Jessica Clifton speaks English.