Dr. Jessenia Perez-Carrion, Psy.D.

Dr. Perez-Carrion is a licensed clinical psychologist with a diverse range of experience in the field. She obtained her degree from Albizu University in 2016 and completed her internship at the Miami Dade County Community Action and Human Services Department (CAHSD), where she worked with children and families from Head Start programs and provided therapeutic services to older adults. Following her internship, she pursued a two-year fellowship journey. During the first year of her residency, Dr. Perez-Carrion sharpened her clinical skills and gained valuable experience working with individuals of all ages at a group private practice. However, her passion for helping children and families navigate complex trauma led her to pursue a second fellowship at the Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress (CCFTS), which is affiliated with the renowned Kennedy Krieger Institute, a Johns Hopkins affiliate. At CCFTS, she developed a strong foundation in Trauma-Focused Therapy and specialized in working with children and adolescents, including those on the Autism Spectrum who have experienced trauma. Dr. Perez-Carrion also received training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during her time at CCFTS. As a wife, mother, and owner of a private practice, Dr. Perez-Carrion understands the importance of women's mental health and is dedicated to empowering women to reach their full potential. Her expertise in perinatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders further fuels her commitment to supporting women during this transformative phase of their lives. Dr. Perez-Carrion also completed the training with Postpartum Support International Perinatal Mental Health. Outside of her professional life, Dr. Perez-Carrion finds fulfillment in her role as a proud mother of two. She recognizes the challenges of building a family and places great emphasis on her own mental well-being through regular self-care practices. Dr. Perez-Carrion's utmost priority is to assist her clients in improving their well-being, whether that involves making positive changes, achieving personal growth, or healing from past traumas. With a collaborative approach, she works closely with her clients to find balance and overcome life's challenges together. If you are seeking a compassionate and skilled therapist who can support you on your journey towards a happier and healthier life, Dr. Perez-Carrion is here to help. Contact her today to embark on your transformative journey.