About Us
Dr. Jesse Olague
I'm Dr. Jesse Olague, a Clinical Psychologist that specializes in treating children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families. I have committed myself to improving the lives of children and their families by meeting them where they are at. I approach each case separately as each individual or family has different needs. However, what remains consistent with each case is providing empathy, understanding, and a nonjudgemental approach to you or your loved one.
I often tell the adult, child or teens I work with "I'm not a principal, your teacher or your parent" In doing so, I hope to build trust to understand that my job is to help even when you feel you made a mistake. Mistakes are often opportunities for us to gain insight and improve ourselves. As such, you will never find me approaching you with judgement or disappointment. In their place will be understanding, care and concern. Below is a little about my education and training experiences.
Education
Dr. Olague obtained his MA and PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University an APA (American Psychological Association) accredited Program. Click here to learn more about accreditation
Internship
Dr. Olague completed an APA accredited internship at The Child and Family Guidance Center specializing in Psychological Assessment and Trauma Psychology.
Post-Doctoral Fellowship/Residency
Following internship Dr. Olague completed a Two-Year APA accredited Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology specializing in assessment/treatment of children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities and Trauma Psychology at Children’s Hospital, Los Angeles (CHLA) with an appointment at University of Southern California’s (USC) Center for Excellence in Developmental Disorders.
Training
Dr. Olague is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in developmental/neuro/psychological assessment and psychotherapy for children, adolescents and their families. Dr. Olague specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disorders, and other Neurodevelopmental Disorders. He also helps individuals with Anxiety/Mood Disorders, Emotional Dysregulation, Disruptive Behaviors/Behavior Management, Anger Management, and Trauma. He utilizes systemic, evidence-based practices such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Incredible Years-Parent and Child (IY). He is certified in Seeking Safety (SS) and Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP). Dr. Olague is a graduate from USC/CHLA’s California Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (CA-LEND) Training Program.
Dr. Olague is passionate about developing and implementing interventions and accommodations to allow children, adolescents and adults to reach their potential. When necessary, Dr. Olague helps families implement behavioral approaches and responses that will help diminish the child’s problematic behaviors.
Work History
Before establishing Olague Psychological Services, Dr. Olague was a Faculty Clinical Psychologist at Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital Child Partial Hospitalization Program where he was responsible for treatment planning /implementation, program development, and teaching/ training/supervision of doctoral students. Prior to moving to San Diego, Dr. Olague was a clinical psychologist at Kaiser Permanente Orchard Medical Center in Los Angeles, where he provided psychological assessments and therapy from children to adults.
About Dr. Olague
When he’s not working, Dr. Olague enjoys spending time with his family, his Corgi named Lucy, and is an avid Dodgers fan. He also enjoys drawing, exercising, gaming, golfing and cycling on San Diego’s bike trails with friends and family.