Clinical Expertise

Dr. Kildon is a clinical psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and young adults presenting with a wide variety of mental health concerns, including OCD, anxiety, panic attacks, sleep problems, depression, and ADHD. He specializes in providing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and often incorporates exposure and response prevention (ERP), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) skills to tailor treatment to individual clients. Dr. Kildon’s approach to treatment is grounded in psychological science and adapted to a client’s unique values and strengths.

Dr. Kildon’s approach is direct, playful, and collaborative. Therapy with Dr. Kildon involves mastering skills to understand and respond more effectively to uncomfortable experiences while moving toward and engaging with the meaningful parts of one’s life. When working with children, Dr. Kildon collaborates closely with parents so that they feel empowered to help their children outside of the therapy office.

Dr. Kildon is a provider for CPG’s BRAVE Crew Child & Adolescent Intensive Programs. He is passionate about helping children and teens understand and respond to their anxiety with bravery so that they can prioritize what matters most in life.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Dr. Kildon understands the importance of recognizing and incorporating an individual’s unique identity into treatment. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, Dr. Kildon works with clients from all backgrounds to understand their perspective on their problem and, from a place of mutual understanding, respect, and humility, provide evidence-based treatment to connect clients with the important parts of their lives. Dr. Kildon is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and affirming environment in which clients of all identities feel comfortable being authentic in therapy.

Training

Dr. Kildon received his doctorate in clinical psychology from William James College, with a concentration in working with children and families. He completed his predoctoral internship at Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center and completed his postdoctoral fellowship at The Concord Center. During his graduate studies, Dr. Kildon received extensive training in the treatment of OCD and anxiety disorders across the lifespan. He has worked across a broad range of settings, including major hospitals, public schools, and private practices. Throughout his training, Dr. Kildon has prioritized evidence-based treatment approaches and has cultivated a specialty in cognitive behavioral therapies.

Education

• Tufts University, BA in Clinical Psychology and Child Development
• William James College, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
• Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Predoctoral Internship
• The Concord Center, Postdoctoral Fellowship

Hobbies

In his free time, Jonah enjoys baking bread, gathering friends together for game nights, and watching the latest episode of Taskmaster. He is also an avid window shopper, enthusiastic hiker, and distractible yet passionate reader.