Jackie Davis-Wright, Ph.D.

Dr. Davis-Wright is a licensed clinical psychologist, who provides individual psychotherapy services to adults in New York. She has particular expertise in the treatment of:

  • Trauma/PTSD

  • Anxiety

  • Insomnia/Sleep difficulties

  • Substance use disorders

She also works with many people experiencing:

  • Relationship difficulties

  • Grief

  • Life transitions

  • Work stress

  • Health-related stress

  • Parenting difficulties

Approach to Treatment

I use evidence-based approaches to psychotherapy, meaning that research has shown these treatments/techniques to be effective for improving clients’ mental health. I primarily provide cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

In CBT, we focus on identifying patterns of thoughts and behaviors that are not working well for you and keeping you “stuck.” Sometimes the ways that we used to handle problems are no longer effective, or new stressors may require different solutions. In CBT, we collaborate to develop new, more effective ways of coping and responding to situations. Research has shown CBT to be effective for a wide variety of mental health concerns. I also integrates other evidence-based methods into treatment, including mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and insight-oriented approaches.

I have specialized training in the following treatments:

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD

  • Prolonged Exposure (PE) for PTSD

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Substance Use Disorders (CBT-SUD)

  • Exposure therapy for anxiety-related disorders

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)

Therapy Style

I believe a warm, empathic, and non-judgmental relationship is the foundation for healing and therapeutic growth. I approach therapy with compassion, authenticity, curiosity, and (when appropriate) a sense of humor. I am attuned to systemic factors that influence an individual’s life experience, including stigma and discrimination. I am committed to establishing a safe, affirming, anti-oppressive space for all clients. As a former Staff Psychologist with the VA New York Harbor Healthcare System, I have extensive experience working with military Veterans. I see therapy as a collaborative relationship rather than one of passive listening. No two clients are the same, so I work with each individual to understand their goals and needs for treatment.

Outside of work, I enjoy making new memories with my toddler, listening to audiobooks and culture podcasts, strength training, trying new restaurants, and traveling. 

Education and Training

  • B.A. in Psychology, Boston College

  • M.A. in Clinical Psychology, DePaul University

  • Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, DePaul University

  • Doctoral Internship, West Los Angeles VA Medical Center

  • Postdoctoral Fellowship in Trauma Psychology, West Los Angeles VA Medical Center

  • Clinical Externships, University of Chicago Medicine

    • CBT Clinic

    • Trauma Services Clinic

    • Behavioral Medicine/Integrated Primary Care Program

Certifications and Awards

  • APA Division 29 Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy, Mathilda B. Canter Education and Training Award (2023)

  • Certification in Prolonged Exposure (PE) Therapy for PTSD

  • Certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Substance Use Disorders (CBT-SUD)

  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Level 1 Trainer Candidate

  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Therapist Candidate

  • Child-Adult Relationship Enhancement (CARE) Facilitator

Work and Research Experience

  • VA New York Harbor Healthcare System

    • Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program

    • Substance Use Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program

  • Massachusetts General Hospital, Pediatric Psychopharmacology and Adult ADHD Unit

  • Harvard University, Lab for Youth Mental Health

  • DePaul University, Chicago Asian American Psychology Lab

  • Harvard Business School, Negotiations, Organizations, and Markets Unit

Publications

Davis-Wright, J.O., McMahon, S.D., Miller, S.A., & Vas, S.N. (2025). Exploring the network structure of a measure of supervision competence and its prediction of trainee development. Training and Education in Professional Psychology, 19(2), 106-115.https://doi.org/10.1037/tep0000506

Peist, E., McMahon, S., Davis-Wright, J.O., Keys, C. (2023). Understanding teacher-directed violence and related turnover through a school climate framework. Psychology in the Schools, 61(1), 220-236. http://doi.org/10.1002/pits.23044

Davis-Wright, J.O. (2022). The impact and implications of childhood trauma among veterans. International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS)Trauma Blog. https://istss.org/military-matters-childhood-trauma-among-veterans-impact-and-implications-jacqueline-o-davis-wright-phd/

Peist, E., McMahon, S.D., Davis, J.O., & Keys, C.B. (2020). Teacher turnover in the context of teacher-directed violence: An empowerment lens. Journal of School Violence, 19(4), 553-565. https://doi.org/10.1080/15388220.2020.1779081

McMahon, S.D., Peist, E., Davis, J.O., McConnell, E., Reaves, S., Reddy, L.A., Anderman, E.M., & Espelage, D.L. (2020). Addressing violence against teachers: A social ecological analysis of teachers’ perspectives. Psychology in the Schools, 57(7), 1040-1056.https://doi.org/10.1002/pits.22382

McMahon, S.D., Peist, E., Davis, J.O., Bare, K., Martinez, A., Reddy, L.A., Espelage, D.L., & Anderman, E.M. (2020). Physical aggression toward teachers: Antecedents, behaviors, and consequences. Aggressive Behavior, 46(1), 116-126. https://doi.org/10.1002/ab.21870

McMahon, S.D., Davis, J.O.,Peist, E., Bare, K., Espelage, D.L., Martinez, A., Anderman, E.M., & Reddy, L.A. (2019). Student verbal aggression toward teachers: How do behavioral patterns unfold? Psychology of Violence, 10(2), 192-200. https://doi.org/10.1037/vio0000256

Wozniak, J., Uchida, M., Faraone, S.V., Fitzgerald, M., Vaudreuil, C., Carrellas, N., Davis, J., Wolenski, R., & Biederman, J. (2017). Similar familial underpinnings for full and subsyndromal pediatric bipolar disorder: A familial risk analysis. Bipolar Disorders, 19(3), 168-175. https://doi.org/10.1111/bdi.12494

Wozniak, J., Faraone, S.V., Chan, J., Tarko, L., Hernandez, M., Davis, J., Woodworth, K.Y., & Biederman, J. (2015). A randomized clinical trial of high eicosapentaenoic acid omega-3 fatty acids and inositol as monotherapy and in combination in the treatment of pediatric bipolar spectrum disorders: A pilot study. Journal ofClinical Psychiatry, 76(11), 1548-1555. https://doi.org/10.4088/jcp.14m09267

Uchida, M., Davis, J., & Wozniak, J. (2014). Familiality and indicators of risk for bipolar disorder in youth with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Psychiatric Annals, 44(9), 423-427. https://doi.org/10.3928/00485713-20140908-06

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