Jamie Watson brings over a decade of experience working with neurodivergent children and families, including those navigating developmental differences and complex trauma. Jamie is a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™, an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, and is certified in Foster and Adoptive Family Therapy and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). She also has training in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and has long integrated play-based and attachment-centered interventions into her work.

Teaching has been a meaningful part of Jamie's career since shortly after completing her graduate program. She has taught a variety of courses at the graduate level, with favorites including Play Therapy, Child Development, and Practicum & Internship. In addition to her teaching and clinical work, Jamie has served as a Mental Health Therapy Director at a pediatric nonprofit and currently runs a consultation and supervision practice supporting pre-licensed and seasoned therapists nationwide.

Jamie is also trained through Pet Partners as a therapy animal handler. She incorporated Animal-Assisted Therapy into her clinical work for eight years with her previous therapy dog, and is currently training her Goldendoodle to continue that tradition. She believes deeply in the healing power of connection, whether through play, relationship, or the presence of a well-timed wagging tail.