Jaya Judith Schapiro
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Let's Connect (831) 406-5229
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, depression, autism, trauma, ADHD, relationship challenges or OCD? Relief is possible. You are not alone.
Call me for a free 15-minute consultation to see if I can help.
I’m a licensed clinical psychologist with over 13 years of experience providing therapy to adults, teens, and children. I specialize in trauma, mood disorders, and neurodivergence. My background includes work in hospitals, schools, recovery centers, community clinics and ten years of private practice, Your personal story and experience is unique, and I tailor therapy to meet your needs.
My approach is warm, collaborative and personalized. I draw from evidence-based therapies like Attachment-Focused EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, and interpersonal therapy. We’ll work together to relieve symptoms and support deep personal growth-honoring your values, strengths, and cultural/spiritual identity.
My goal is to create a nurturing space where you feel seen, respected, and empowered. Together, we’ll move at your pace to foster insight, resilience, and meaningful change—so you can feel more joyful, at peace and aligned with your authentic self.
Call or Email Jaya Judith Schapiro now for a free 15 minute consultation - (831) 406-5229
Let's Connect (831) 406-5229
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Hawaii Medical Services Association
- HMSA Quest
- Kaiser Permanente Hawaii
- Superbill
- Out of Network
Jaya Judith Schapiro
Psychologist, PsyD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (831) 406-5229
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 35434 Jaya Judith Schapiro
- In Practice for 13 years
- Attended The Wright Institute, PsyD, Graduated 2009
- License: Hawaii Psy1324 / 2025
- Degree/Diploma from University of Pennsylvania Bachelor of Arts / 2002
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Jaya Judith Schapiro
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 406-5229
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Intellectual Disability
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- neurodiversity
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Jaya Judith Schapiro
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 406-5229
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent
I also speak
Hebrew ,
Spanish
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Immuno-disorders ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent
I also speak
Hebrew ,
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- EMDR
- Energy Psychology
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Transpersonal
- Trauma Focused
Jaya Judith Schapiro
Psychologist, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (831) 406-5229