You can see the dawn from anywhere.
Mental health and healing starts with attachment. A bond that is equally rewarding for two individuals, whether between a parent and a child, two adults, or among family members, can help us understand our truths, find meaning, and feel fulfilled in our lives.
When attachment is disrupted, waves of mental health struggles may occur. If you or your beloved are in a space of suffering, Dr. Jenna is honored to join you in your journey toward healing. She works with children, adolescents, adults, parents, and families. Attachment theory and humanistic psychology sit at the foundational core of Dr. Jenna’s work. Her utmost priority is for you to feel safe in this space as you explore what has been challenging for you.
As we bask in the light of dawn and clarity, we hope to evoke within you the courage to feel enlivened.
About Dr. Jenna Cheng
Dr. Jenna received her B.S. degree in cognitive science/neuroscience at UC San Diego. She then ventured out east and received her medical degree at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she stayed to complete her adult psychiatry residency. There, she found herself drawn to the way adults talked about their childhoods and families, so she went on to complete her child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at Harbor UCLA-Medical Center. Throughout training, she developed a profound appreciation for the psychodynamic approach rooted in attachment theory and humanistic psychology, supplemented with skills from behavioral approaches such as dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). Dr. Jenna is particularly interested in trauma, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, and psychotic symptoms. She is also passionate about helping immigrant families navigate the difficulties of adapting to a new environment. Her dedication to trauma and family work allows her to value an individualized, culturally-sensitive approach to care.
Dr. Jenna is board-certified in child and adult psychiatry. She is also certified in trauma-focused CBT, and trained in family therapy at UCLA. She is a member of the New Center for Psychoanalysis in Los Angeles.
Dr. Jenna speaks conversational Mandarin and Japanese.
Services and Fees
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Psychotherapy
Dr. Jenna offers individual psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. She also offers family therapy. Dr. Jenna’s style is psychodynamically oriented, attachment-based, and humanistic, supplemented with CBT and DBT as necessary. She is LGBTQ+ allied, and sensitive to the full breath of your cultural experience.
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Psychopharmacology
There are no magic pills, but medications can help. Dr. Jenna’s hope with medication treatment is to minimize side effects and optimize effectiveness to support the strengths you already have.
Diagnoses managed:
- Depression
- Anxiety disorders
- PTSD, dissociation, derealization/depersonalization
- Self-harm, suicidal ideation
- OCD
- ADHD
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, other psychotic disorders
- Tic Disorders, Tourettes Disorder
- Eating Disorders: anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder
- Sleep disturbances
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Personality disorders -
Fees
Dr. Jenna is an out-of-network provider and unable to accept insurance plans. However, she can provide a “superbill” that you can submit to insurance which may be eligible for reimbursement.
Fees can be paid with all major credit cards, cash, or checks.
Cancellation policy involves rescheduling or cancelling at least 24 hours (1 business day) prior to the appointment. Any changes in less than 1 business day is subject to the full cost of the session.