Jen Buchholz, PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Welcome! I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals and couples. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy and other empirically supported treatments for adults with anxiety, OCD, trauma-related disorders, and relationship challenges. I offer therapy in English and Spanish via telehealth on a secure video platform.
My Approach
My approach is nonjudgmental, genuine, and flexible as I support clients in learning new strategies that support their wellbeing. Since we often learn best by doing, I approach therapy actively and collaboratively as I encourage clients to try out new ways of relating to themselves and others.
I have found that people can learn to respond differently to challenging situations and uncomfortable emotions, even after years of feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer serving them. When we discover that we are capable of facing our fears and managing stress effectively, we build confidence in our own resilience.
The way we understand ourselves is shaped by our lived experiences, intersecting identities, and cultural contexts, and I invite these conversations into therapy. In fact, one of my favorite parts of being a therapist is taking science-based tools and personalizing them for individuals and couples. I also enjoy bringing humor and levity into therapy, and I take celebrating "therapy wins" just as seriously as processing painful experiences.
I find that the most powerful moments in therapy (and life!) are when we let ourselves experience genuine emotion, especially when we do so in the presence of someone who accepts us with care and compassion.
Education and Training
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Stanford University School of Medicine
Doctoral Internship
VA Palo Alto Health Care
PhD - Clinical Psychology
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology
Dartmouth College
Clinical Specialties
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Social anxiety
Stress & worry
Life transitions & adjustment difficulties
Trauma
Panic attacks
Phobias
Relationship distress
Improving communication
Fees & Insurance
My rates are comparable to other doctoral-level practitioners with advanced training. Payment is due at the time of session.
I do not currently accept insurance. If your health plan includes out-of-network benefits, I can provide you with a "superbill" to submit for reimbursement. I recommend contacting your insurance company to learn more about your out-of-network coverage.
Standard Notice: You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost under the No Surprises Act. For more information visit CMS.gov.
Contact
Thank you for your interest in my therapy services. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a complimentary, 15-minute phone consultation to see if my approach might be a good fit for your therapy goals, please fill out the form below. I look forward to hearing from you!