Jacky Aron
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Summary
Seasoned Psychologist with over a decade of experience at the Department of Veterans Affairs and Kaiser Permanente, excelling in clinical interviewing and analytical thinking. Demonstrated success in developing customized treatment plans and leading therapy sessions, significantly improving patient mental health outcomes. Skilled in psychological assessment and mental health diagnosis, leveraging DSM-V classification to enhance client care. Over 16 years experience conducting Compensation and Pension Examinations
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychologist
Department of Veterans Affairs
09.2008 - Current
- Interviewed, observed, and surveyed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
- Conducted individual and group therapy.
- Developed customized treatment plans for clients, addressing their unique psychological needs and goals.
- Implemented cognitive-behavioral techniques tailored towards each client''s specific symptomatology while monitoring progress throughout treatment duration.
- Conduct Compensation and Pension Examinations utlizing DBQ's for Veterans who file mental health service-related claims. From 2008-2021 I was doing these 20 hours/week and from 2021-present I have been a full-time C&P Psychologist.
Psychologist
Kaiser Permanente
09.1995 - 06.2008
- Interviewed, observed, and surveyed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
- Managed caseload of individual clients, couples, and family therapy sessions.
- Developed customized treatment plans for clients, addressing their unique psychological needs and goals.
- Facilitated psychoeducational workshops for patients and families, increasing understanding of mental health issues and available resources.
- Implemented cognitive-behavioral techniques tailored towards each client''s specific symptomatology while monitoring progress throughout treatment duration.
- Conducted thorough psychological assessments using various testing methods to provide accurate diagnoses and inform treatment strategies.
- Led group therapy sessions focusing on specific topics such as stress management, coping skills development, or relationship building techniques for improved interpersonal functioning.
Education
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
Auburn University
Auburn, AL06-1990
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05-1983
Skills
- Clinical interviewing
- Analytical thinking
- Psychological assessment
- Mental health diagnosis
- DSM-V classification
- Compensation & Pension Examiner
License
Licensed psychologist since May 1992
License: PSY12561 (California)
NPI: 1679632020
Timeline
Psychologist
Department of Veterans Affairs
09.2008 - Current
Psychologist
Kaiser Permanente
09.1995 - 06.2008
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
Auburn University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At Austin
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