Jackie Morgan
Mental Health Clinician
Jackie is a bilingual Mental Health Clinician dedicated to helping children, adolescents, adults, and families heal from trauma, overcome mental health challenges, and build healthier, more fulfilling lives. She believes every individual deserves compassionate, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care that promotes resilience, hope, and lasting recovery.
Born in Latin America and raised in the United States, Jackie brings a rich multicultural perspective to her clinical work. With Swedish and Hispanic heritage, she understands the importance of cultural identity and provides services with sensitivity and respect for each client’s unique background. She is fluent in English and Spanish and also speaks conversational Italian.
Jackie’s educational journey reflects her lifelong passion for understanding human behavior. She earned associate degrees in Psychology, Sociology, Child Development, and Behavioral Sciences, followed by bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Communication Studies. She later completed two master’s degrees in Psychology at Pepperdine University and earned an additional master’s degree in Spain, further expanding her international perspective and clinical expertise.
Throughout her career, Jackie has worked with diverse populations in schools, nonprofit organizations, and community mental health settings. Her professional experience includes providing therapy for children with special needs, delivering school-based mental health services, serving as a social worker for Los Angeles County, and supporting individuals and families facing emotional, behavioral, and social challenges.
Jackie currently serves as a Mental Health Clinician in the Psychology Department at Cri-Help, a nonprofit organization specializing in behavioral health, substance use treatment, and rehabilitation services throughout Los Angeles County. She works with individuals recovering from addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions, helping them build healthier, more independent lives.
Areas of Clinical Expertise
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety Disorders
- Depression
- Substance Use Recovery
- Children and Adolescents
- Family and Relationship Issues
- Special Needs Support
- Grief and Loss
- Stress Management
- Life Transitions
- Multicultural Counseling
Therapeutic Approaches
Jackie utilizes evidence-based and client-centered therapeutic approaches, including:
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Strength-Based Therapy
- Family Systems Therapy
- Psychoeducation
- Crisis Intervention
Professional Development
Jackie is committed to lifelong learning and professional growth. She has completed specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based treatment recognized for its effectiveness in helping individuals recover from trauma and PTSD.
She is also currently completing her certification as a Yoga Instructor, expanding her ability to integrate mindfulness, movement, and holistic wellness into her work. Jackie believes that emotional healing is strengthened when mental and physical well-being are addressed together.
Languages
- English
- Spanish
- Conversational Italian
Professional Philosophy
Jackie believes healing begins with trust, compassion, and authentic human connection. She strives to create a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to overcome life’s challenges. Her goal is to help individuals build resilience, strengthen relationships, and achieve lasting emotional wellness through personalized, evidence-based care.
Whether supporting a child, an adult, or an entire family, Jackie approaches every client with empathy, professionalism, and a deep commitment to helping people discover their strengths and create meaningful, lasting change.