Qualifications
Bachelor of the Arts in Psychology, M.S.Ed, Psy.D. in School-Clinical Psychology
University of Michigan, Pace University
Dr. Jenn Nielsen is a licensed Psychologist, certified School Psychologist, and Coach. She engages with clients through our Case Management, Family Coaching, and Employer Services divisions.
Dr. Nielsen earned her Bachelor of the Arts in psychology at The University of Michigan and pursued her Master of Education (M.S.Ed) and Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in School-Clinical Psychology at Pace University, New York City. She also pursued a master’s degree equivalent, post-graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis through The Pennsylvania State University. Additionally, Dr. Nielsen completed study in The Active Parenting Now series.
Prior to joining our team, Dr. Nielsen held positions in diverse inpatient, outpatient, and day treatment settings in New York City. Dr. Nielsen also supported children, parents, and staff in the public school system for eighteen years. Her school experience included working with children navigating a wide variety of diagnoses, ranging from preschool age to young adulthood. Given her extensive experience with families, Dr. Nielsen developed an online curriculum designed to enhance parent-child connections. Lastly, Dr. Nielsen has maintained her own part-time private practice since 2017.
Transparency, honesty and humility are the cornerstone values of Dr. Nielsen’s belief system. She engages with clients in a genuine, positive, and empathetic manner. Dr. Nielsen is adept at conceptualizing client needs from various stakeholder perspectives and theoretical orientations. She looks forward to connecting with and learning from people every day.
When not engaged with our team and clients, Dr. Nielsen balances her time by being outdoors, exercising, pursuing home improvement projects, and enjoying time with friends and family.