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Kayleigh Watters, PhD

Clinical Psychologist

(Pronouns: she/her)

Interests: PTSD, Complex Trauma, Perinatal and Reproductive Mental Health

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About

Kayleigh Watters is a licensed psychologist specializing in trauma-focused therapy for individuals dealing with complex trauma, including experiences such as sexual abuse, pregnancy loss, and childhood trauma. She takes a highly collaborative and flexible approach, working closely with each client to ensure their unique needs are met. She is committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can heal from symptoms like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and emotional invalidation. Her goal is to empower clients on their journey toward recovery, helping them regain control of their lives and focus on what truly matters.

Education

2023

Stanford University School of Medicine 

Postdoctoral Fellowship

Specialization in Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy and evidence-based treatments for PTSD and Complex Trauma.

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2022

Oregon State University

Doctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology

University counseling with emphasis on treating PTSD and mood disorders.​

2022

Palo Alto University

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Extensive training in treating complex trauma via clinical work within community mental health, university counseling, and academic medical settings.

2017

Pepperdine University

Masters of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology

Member of Psi Chi Honors Society

Areas of Expertise

Concerns Related To:
  • Traumatic life events

        (including sexual abuse, domestic violence, combat, first responders, MVAs, etc)

  • PTSD and Complex Trauma

  • Depression

  • Anxiety

  • OCD

  • Perinatal and Reproductive Mental Health

  • Grief and Loss

  • LGBTQIA+ identity 

  • Women's Mental Health

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Evidenced-Based Psychotherapies:​
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

  • Prolonged Exposure

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (Certified Provider)

  • Written Exposure Therapy

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy - Prolonged Exposure

Certifications

Certified Provider

Cognitive Processing Therapy

Contact

Currently accepting patient via Telehealth.

650-529-6299

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