Dr. Patricia Scherer, PhD, CA | Psychologist

About Dr. Patricia Scherer

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Treatment approaches

AEDP

Emotionally Focused

Attachment-based

Experiential Therapy

Culturally Sensitive

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Queer

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Patricia Scherer

I earned my PhD in Clinical Psychology from Palo Alto University and completed an APA-accredited predoctoral internship with an emphasis on child and family issues. I work with racially, culturally, and diagnostically diverse adolescents and adults coping with trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, identity concerns, and relational challenges, as well as children and families, helping them learn to navigate big feelings and the challenges that accompany them. In addition to psychotherapy, I specialize in neuropsychological assessment to clarify complex diagnoses, guide treatment, and provide academic accommodations. I have expertise in evaluating neurodevelopmental disorders, like ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as psychotic spectrum disorders in youth and adults. My goal is to make testing an empowering process that leads to clarity, validation, and meaningful next steps.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My work integrates trauma-informed, biopsychosocial, psychodynamic, somatic, and relational approaches, supported by skills-based interventions from Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral therapies. I strive to create a compassionate, collaborative, and holistic environment that fosters understanding and growth.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

In our first session, we’ll take time to get to know you, your reasons for seeking therapy, what’s been most challenging, and what kind of support feels most meaningful right now. This conversation helps us understand whether we’re a good fit to work together. Finding the right therapist matters more than any single technique, and my priority is that you feel genuinely seen, understood, and supported. As we continue, our sessions become a collaborative space centered on whatever you bring in each week, whether that’s exploring current stressors, processing painful experiences, or deepening your awareness of long-standing patterns. Together, we’ll connect your present struggles to past experiences, helping uncover and heal the deeper wounds that may still shape how you relate to yourself and others. My approach is compassionate, reflective, and paced to your comfort, creating space for lasting change and emotional healing.

In-network insurances

Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $220 for 50 minutes

Ongoing session: $180-200 for 50 minutes

Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay

Popular visit reasons

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Hoarding Disorder

Pain Management Consultation

Psychiatry Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Hoarding Disorder

Pain Management Consultation

Psychiatry Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Insight Integrative Psychology

Education and training

Palo Alto University, PhD in Clinical Psychology
Palo Alto University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
University of San Francisco (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1275224768

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Patricia Scherer?

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Is Dr. Patricia Scherer accepting new patients?

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Does Dr. Patricia Scherer accept my insurance?

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What practice does Dr. Patricia Scherer work with?

Dr. Patricia Scherer works with Insight Integrative Psychology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Patricia Scherer?

Dr. Patricia Scherer frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Patricia Scherer on their profile.