About Jordan Ko, Ph.D.
Dr. Jordan Ko is a clinical psychologist and founder of Kozy Kids Psychology, specializing in therapy and psychological evaluations for children, teens, and families. With over 15 years of clinical and research experience, Dr. Ko brings specific expertise in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and neurodevelopmental differences, as well as extensive experience supporting children and adolescents with anxiety, ADHD, mood concerns, and related challenges.
Dr. Ko is passionate about creating a welcoming space where families feel heard, empowered, and supported. Her approach is collaborative and strengths-based, providing individualized strategies tailored to each child’s unique strengths and needs.
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Education & Credentials
Licensed Psychologist in California (PSY32500)
Postdoctoral fellowship, San Diego State University (SDSU) and Rady Children’s Hospital/Child and Adolescent Services Research Center (CASRC)
Predoctoral internship, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior
Ph.D. in Counseling, Clinical, and School Psychology, University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)
M.A. in Counseling Psychology, University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)
B.A. in Child Study & Human Development, Tufts University (Magna Cum Laude)
Dr. Ko has worked in a wide variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, community mental health centers, and private practice
Areas of Specialization
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD)
Anxiety and stress management
Social skills and peer relationships
Behavioral challenges
Emotion regulation
Executive functioning
Mood concerns
Parent-child interactions
Parent coaching and support
Approaches to Therapy
Dr. Ko uses evidence-based practices, including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Autism interventions, including Project ImPACT and Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT)
Social skills training, including UCLA PEERS®, UCSB Social Tools and Rules for Teens (START) Program
Mindfulness and skills from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Motivational Interviewing and motivation-building strategies
Specialized Expertise in ASD
Inspired by her experiences with loved ones on the autism spectrum, Dr. Ko acquired specialized in-depth training and experience in ASD intervention and evaluation at the UCSB Koegel Autism Center and UCLA Child and Adult Neurodevelopmental (CAN) Clinic. Her clinical experience supporting neurodivergent individuals spans from toddlerhood to young adulthood. Prior to working in a private practice setting, Dr. Ko served as a lead clinical trainer on a clinical research team at San Diego State University and Rady Children’s Hospital/Child and Adolescent Services Research Center (CASRC), training therapists across California in a parent coaching intervention (Project ImPACT) aimed at improving the social communication skills of young children. She has conducted research on interventions to improve social communications skills across the pediatric lifespan (from toddlers at risk for ASD to autistic young adults), as well as implementing these programs in community settings. Dr. Ko has published in numerous peer-reviewed journals and presented globally on panel presentations at international research conferences. Click here to read more about Dr. Ko’s research and publications.
Personal Information
Dr. Ko was born and raised in Los Angeles, and has also lived in Boston, Santa Barbara, and Copenhagen, Denmark. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, tennis, and outdoor activities with her husband, daughter, and rescue dog, Rio.
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