Professional Statement and Experiences

Education

Dr. Jamie King has worked in outpatient counseling since 2003. She holds a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology with a Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy, a Master of Science Degree in Psychology and a Doctor of Philosophy in School Psychology. 

 

Professional Service

Dr. Jamie has several publications including co-authored articles in peer reviewed journals and book chapters. She has served as an expert witness in the courtroom. Dr. Jamie also has co-authored work presented at regional, national and international conferences. Additionally, she enjoyed serving as a part-time professor at Robert Morris University teaching a variety of psychology courses where she endeavored to teach the skills and practice of psychology to the next generation in a God-honoring way. 

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Professional Affiliations

Dr. Jamie desires and endeavors to offer services with excellence and competence to her clients. In an effort to provide outstanding services, Dr. Jamie firmly believes that she can best serve the community as a psychologist by continuing to grow and learn both professionally and personally. As a result, she is dedicated to being a life-long learner and committed to providing services that are in line with best practices in the fields of counseling, psychology and assessment. For this reason, she stays connected professional groups that promote dissemination of the current research and education on best practices as it relates to the practice of psychology.

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Dr. Jamie's Story 

Growing up, I recall feeling overweight, angry, depressed and suicidal most of my teenage years. Struggling with feelings of rejection, low self-esteem, and loneliness, I couldn’t see a hope for the future. One day, as a college student, when contemplating suicide, I turned my life over to Jesus Christ- I always believed that there was a God. I did not however believe that God believed in me. I didn't know if He would want me but, I said "God if you are real and you can do something with my life, show up." The short story is He did show up. It was a process. I did not magically feel different but I had just a half of ounce of hope and what I can tell you is this: little by little I began changing. On the inside, my angry and hardened heart, the empty feelings and hopelessness all began to change for the better. On the outside, change was happening too. I went from failing out of college to being on the academic honor list and I began to lose my desire for the party life I once thought was so enjoyable. In the years to come, I would quit smoking and even lose almost 100 lbs. The young girl who was told she would likely not be able to graduate high school or hold down a full time job because of my emotional problems as a teen, has since graduated with four post high school academic degrees. I could not have imagined the future God had in store for me. I gave God a pile of ashes I collected throughout the years of my life, He gave me a crown of beauty and hope. Does that mean that life is easy and pain-free? No, indeed I can tell you that is not true. But, I can tell you that I have learned and am continuing to learn "how to do this thing called LIFE" -real life- in a way that I never would have dreamed. As a result, I passionately desire for all to know and experience, as I did, the hope and the power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ that can change a life from the inside out.

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Outside of Office Hours  

Dr. Jamie often spends her leisure time in the outdoors and especially enjoys running and biking.  In 2019, Dr. Jamie ran her first half marathon at Disney World and plans to train for another Disney race soon. She enjoys the beach and trips to Disney. She always enjoys a warm cup of coffee and spending time with her friends, family and God. Dr. Jamie is actively involved in local faith community. 

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