History
Dr. Jaclyn Pease has held a passion and motivation to help others from an early age and pursued education in clinical and forensic psychology. She received her doctorate of psychology from Alliant International University. Dr. Pease has served as an adjunct professor to Alliant International University, teaching courses in assessment. Dr. Pease holds expertise in psychologist assessment, more specifically providing clarity in differential diagnosis of Autism, ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma disorders, and personality disorders. She holds expertise in providing individual therapy using evidenced-based practices of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Dr. Pease opened Capitol Psychological Assessment, Inc. in 2019 and since then, the practice has expanded to include office manager, Mary Hill, and six licensed contract psychologists who provide treatment in both virtual and in-person settings.
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Staff Members
Owner & Licensed Psychologist
Jaclyn Pease, Psy.D.
Dr. Pease is a licensed clinical forensic psychologist in California (PSY29768) with educational background and expertise in psychological evaluation, risk assessment, forensic report writing, program evaluation and development, and individual and group psychotherapy. Additionally, she holds specialities in suicide prevention, crisis de-escalation, trauma-based care, evaluation and treatment of first responders, case conceptualization, and testing administration and interpretation.
Education
ALLIANT INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Doctor of Clinical Forensic Psychology, 2014
Masters of Arts in Clinical Forensic Psychology, 2012
SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, 2010
Activities & Affiliations
Sacramento Valley Psychological Association
American Psychological Association (APA), Member
Next Move Homeless Services, Board Member
Prior Adjunct Professor, Alliant International University, Intellectual Assessment (2020-2021)
Office Manager
Mary Hill, B.A.
Mary has been the office manager at Capitol Psychological Assessment, Inc. (CPA) since 2022. She is the friendly face of our office and works diligently to respond quickly and respectfully to client phone calls, messages, and requests. She is well-versed in the day-to-day operations of CPA and maintains direct communication with our clinical team, to ensure fast responses and scheduling. She has been trained in HIPAA standards and understands the importance of maintaining your confidentiality. She obtained her Bachelor’s of Arts degree in English in 2007 from Sacramento State University. She utilizes skills learned in her education to maintain an organized office, navigate daily office operation, and always keep tasks on schedule for completion.
Education
CSU SACRAMENTO
Bachelor of Arts in English, 2007
PSYCHOMETRIST
Jonathan Elder, M.A.
Jonathan is a fourth-year doctoral student in clinical psychology at Alliant International University. Jonathan has spent time administering intellectual and personality assessments across multiple settings and various populations. Jonathan has experience and passion for working with neurodivergence, having administered assessments across a range of neurodivergent groups in schools and in private settings. Jonathan strives to create a safe and comfortable environment for clients, leading with compassion and understanding and developing a teamwork mindset. Jonathan knows the importance of creating trusting relationships and working collaboratively. Additionally, he strives to understand the client as a whole person, using context and background to inform testing decisions.
Education
ALLIANT INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, 2025
UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, 2021