Jeffrey Spike
DBA,MA,LEP
Licensed in the state of CA
Accepts new patients
Meet Jeffrey Spike
Our sessions, the strategies I teach you, and a 5 to 10 min./day commitment to practicing will transform your life guaranteed!
For over 15 years, I dedicated myself to being a clinical and educational psychologist, forging deep connections with countless students and their families. This passion and dedication were recognized when I received the "Outstanding Psychologist of the Year" award from the Los Angeles Association of School Psychologists. With such a rich history in the field, transitioning into private practice was the next logical step. Over the past three years, I've donned multiple hats: a Licensed Educational Psychologist, a Certified Clinical Tele-mental Health Services Provider, and a Certified Clinical ADHD Provider.
My zeal for telehealth is undeniable. This digital medium lets me reach out to countless individuals across California, breaking geographical barriers. It's an absolute boon for those grappling with anxiety or depression, allowing them to find solace without stepping out. What makes my approach stand out? It's the unique strategies and hacks I've cultivated. They're not just effective; they're quick and easy. A mere 5-10 minutes of daily practice with these techniques promises significant improvement. Whether it's enhancing focus, bettering sleep habits, or just generally uplifting one's outlook on life, the benefits are manifold.
But there's a challenge I must address. The title "Educational Psychologist" sometimes leads to misconceptions. Despite this label, I possess clinical certifications that equip me to offer services equivalent to many clinical psychologists. In fact, my extensive training and hands-on experience often surpass many traditional licenses out there. It's disheartening when the expertise gets overshadowed by a mere title.
I prioritize affordable, inclusive mental health support. Sliding scale fees for all and free 15-min consultations for students. Don't let a title define the quality of care you receive. Let's pave a healthier, happier path together.
Accepts new patients
My philosophy
I recognize that children, teens and young adults struggle and suffer because of their difficulties, but I see how it impacts the whole family. No parent ever wants to see their child suffer. So, it's my priority and my goal to teach you quick, easy, and very effective strategies that, when practiced consistently for just 5 to 10 minutes a day, it gives people the skills and tools needed to solve problems and overcome obstacles and challenges with a lot more ease. I love when clients tell me that I'm the only one who understands, the only one who truly cares, and as a result of our mutual respect and trust, they become more motivated, their mindset changes, self-esteem improves, resiliency improves, they discover strengths they never knew they had, negativity stops at home and school.
My treatment approaches
• Culturally Sensitive
• Coaching
• Mindfulness Activities
• Neuroplasticity
• Positivity
• Set goals
• Develop healthy habits and routines
• Honesty and Integrity
• Character Development
• Self-Management and Self-Regulation
• Person-Focused
• Gratitude
• Progressive Muscle Relaxation
• Grounding exercises to get you centered and ready
• Positive Visualization
• Deep Breathing
• Teach you a variety of awesome strategies and hacks that will help you with skill development and problem solving
• Assessment and Evaluation (Testing, Data Collection, Observation, Identifying Disabilities and Disorders)
• Foster much better communication between parents and their kids, no matter what age.
• Help parents develop incentive programs in order for their kids to get into the habit of practicing strategies.
I specialize in treating individuals with:
Mental Health
Counseling
Telemental Health Online
Assessment
Testing
IEP
Special Education
ADHD
Executive Functioning
Crisis
Social-Emotional
Positivity
Skill Development
I provide professional care to people with the following conditions:
Depression
Anxiety
Bipolar disorders
ADHD
Insomnia
Learning disabilities
Services & Pricing
Transparent pricing for quality care
Choose the right type of service based on your needs and budget without compromising on the quality of care you receive.
Consultation
I offer the potential client a free 15-minute phone call to briefly explain their reason for reaching out, then we schedule the official 1-hour consultation, which takes place at my office or online. It gives the potential client the time to go into detail about their needs, challenges, and together we develop a treatment plan. Assessment or for counseling (in office or online telehealth), or both. It's a good opportunity to meet me and determine whether I'm a good fit.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
60 mins session
Video visits only
$75 /visit
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Assessment
If we determine at the consultation that the client would like to hire me to do an assessment, this visit (office only), if all necessary forms have been signed, would be where the assessment process begins. We begin testing and interviewing. It's typically 2 hours. Depending on the type of assessment, it will require 2 to 4 visits. Some visits we will be able to do online. I allow payment in monthly installments with no interest. Price ranges from $1,500 to $4,000 depending on assessment type.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
90 mins session
Video or in-person visits
$1000 /visit
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Counseling Session
If we determine at the consultation that the client wants to hire me for counseling services, either in person at the office or via telehealth online, we will get to know each other, we'll talk about any problems you are experiencing and I will actively listen and I will empathize. No one has the passion or relatable style I have. I will introduce you to quick and easy strategies that, if practiced with consistency, I promise you will improve, you will develop skills, you will feel better.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
50 mins session
Video or in-person visits
$120 /visit
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Experiences
My education and work experiences
Work
Los Angeles Unified School District
School Psychologist - Full-time
Aug 2005 - May 2019
I was in the trenches! I handled every crisis, emergency, conflict, bullying situation, if there was any significant problem on the campuses I worked, it was me who was always relied on to fix everything. Those were school-related duties but I also had district/psych services-related duties, like conducting evaluations (testing, collecting data from teachers and parents, observations, and much more) then typing thorough reports. I also had several students that relied on me sometimes multiple times per week because of all sorts of issues (domestic violence, trauma, depression, anxiety, bullying, explosive anger, and I had difficulty saying "no" to a kid in need. I loved the job but it became hard working 70 hrs/week to meet every demand. I was working with kids all day and doing reports, IEPs, child abuse reports, crisis reports, etc. all night and all weekend. I also worked during Winter and Spring Breaks to try to keep pace.View all
Education
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Family Studies and Human Development - Child Development and Psychology
Aug 1998 - Jun 2002
Loyola Marymount University
Master of Educational Psychology - School Psychology ; School Counseling ; Crisis Management ; Special Education ;
Aug 2002 - Jun 2005
Get the support you need with a personalized treatment plan and flexible scheduling online or in person.
Ratings & Reviews
Here is what my patients said about me
98%
of patients said
“I feel better now after the treatment“
83%
of patients said
“I was treated with good care and respect“
93%
of patients said
“I understood the treatment plan“
Jeffrey did a great job of informing me about my options and was able to answer my questions about medications. I look forward to my follow-up with Jeffrey.
Appointment types
I accept video visits
Video visit
How to prepare for video visits and what to expect?
For a video visit, you will need a computer or smartphone equipped with a camera and microphone. Prior to your appointment, please use the link provided in your confirmation email to ensure that your device is compatible with the video visit. If you're using an iPhone, it's recommended that you access the visit through the Safari browser for optimal performance.