Jessica Silsby, PsyD

Jessica Silsby, PsyD, is the Director of Clinical Training at IVAT for Professional Clinical and Forensic Services. She graduated with a Doctorate in Clinical Forensic Psychology and has gained expertise working with individuals who have extensive trauma. Dr. Silsby maintains a private practice focusing on Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Prolonged Exposure for trauma, and working with gender-expansive youth and adults. Her roles as supervising psychologist extends into the community being active with the San Diego Psychological Association (currently Treasurer of the Board), and as a Board Member of the San Diego Psych-Law Society.

Dr. Silsby understands the need to reduce stigma and form a more inclusive, nuanced, holistic view of individuals and the systems in which they exist. Passion for addressing and reducing trauma exposure in clients, community, and future psychologists guides her focus.