Camiria Jones, PhD
Children, Adolescents, Families and Adults
Camiria Jones is a licensed clinical psychologist and certified school psychologist with diverse experience and education. She works in our Oak Brook office and has evening and Saturday hours. Having worked in hospital, school, courtroom, and clinic settings, she has enjoyed working with infants, preschoolers, children, adolescents, and adults. She believes in working closely with the child and family to teach the skills necessary to be successful in overcoming their difficulties.
Dr. Jones has many years of therapeutic experience working with individuals in the following areas: behavior, anxiety, depression, social skills/peer relations, anger management, loss, and divorce. She also has extensive experience working with children who have been diagnosed with a variety of disabilities such as: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, Developmental Delays, Learning Disabilities, Cognitive Disabilities, and Speech and Language Impairments.
Dr. Jones runs social skills groups to help children develop better communication skills and improve peer relationships. She is also skillful in play therapy to help younger children who have fewer verbal skills.
Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder is diagnosed when significant delays exist in the areas of communication, repetitive and stereotyped behavior, and social interaction. Delays are typically present by age three, but varies based on the specific autism spectrum diagnosis. Autism Spectrum Disorder is classified as a specific pervasive developmental disorder, and is distinguished among other pervasive developmental disorders such as: Aspergers syndrome, Rett syndrome, and Childhood disintegrative disorder. A thorough evaluation is recommended to implement appropriate interventions and rule out other diagnoses.
For optimal treatment, we recommend collaboration among service providers to address therapeutic goals. Our therapeutic goals are individualized to treat children and families. Individual therapy addresses problem solving, coping mechanisms, relaxation strategies, sensory sensitivities, and social skills. Family therapy addresses parenting, consistency, communication, family planning/visual schedules, etc. Social skills classes are offered to address friendships, conversation skills, and problem solving. We teach preventative strategies to help decrease frustration and increase success. Autism is treatable and great progress can be made with appropriate interventions in place.
Dr. Jones received her Ph.D. and Ed.S. in school psychology at the University of Iowa, and has a B.A. in political science from Hampton University. She has presented papers at local, national, and international conferences and served as a trainer and assistant professor for students preparing to be psychologists.
Dr. Jones specializes in Areas of Focus including:
- Asperger’s & ADHD
- Parenting
- Behavior & Defiance
- Depression, Sadness, Grief
- Anxiety, Fear, Worry
- Self-Esteem
- Bipolar
