Jessica Grant
About Jessica Grant
Jessica Grant serves as Clinical Faculty and JJ Mental Health Director at Yale University, specializing in trauma-informed practices and forensic psychology. She has extensive experience in clinical service and research, and collaborates with the State of Connecticut's Judicial Branch to enhance program operations.
Work at Yale University
Jessica Grant has been serving as Clinical Faculty and JJ Mental Health Director at Yale University since 2013. In her role, she participates in clinical service and research activities that align with departmental initiatives. She focuses on trauma-informed practices and treatment modalities, as well as forensic psychology and complementary alternative medicine (CAM). Grant collaborates with the State of Connecticut's Judicial Branch-Court Support Services Division to manage program operations, ensuring effective service delivery and support for clinical staff and patients.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Grant completed her Bachelor's Degree at the University of Saint Joseph from 1999 to 2001. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's Degree from Fordham University between 2001 and 2003. Additionally, she studied Ayurvedic Medicine at The Himalayan Institute. Her educational background supports her specialization in trauma-informed practice, treatment modalities, forensic psychology, and complementary alternative medicine (CAM).
Background
Before her tenure at Yale University, Jessica Grant worked as Project Director at North American Family Institute, Inc. from 2007 to 2013 in the Hartford, Connecticut area. In this role, she gained experience in managing programs and supporting clinical staff. Her background in various clinical settings has contributed to her current focus on implementing best practice standards and ensuring high-quality care for patients.
Achievements in Clinical Service
In her current position, Jessica Grant supports clinical staff and patients to implement best practice standards. She ensures compliance with facility accreditation requirements and adherence to policies and procedures. Her work emphasizes the importance of high-quality care within the mental health field, reflecting her commitment to improving clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.