Jennifer Cameron, PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Works with:
Children (6+), Adolescents, Adults, Individuals with Medical Conditions or Chronic Illness, Military Families
Appointments:
Virtual throughout PSYPACT States
Insurance:
Aetna, Ambetter, BCBS, Humana (PPO), MedCost, Medicare (including BCBS and UHC), TRICARE (with referral), UHC
About Dr. Cameron
Jennifer Cameron, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist who practiced in the Washington, DC area before relocating to Wilmington in 2018. She now resides in Virginia and continues to provide therapy services virtually. Prior to private practice, Dr. Cameron served as a staff psychologist at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) for 16 years, where she provided diagnostic and treatment services for individuals experiencing anxiety and mood disorders. She also worked with the Psychiatric Consultation Liaison Service at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), supporting patients managing complex medical conditions.
Dr. Cameron has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, insomnia, depression, grief, and trauma-related concerns. Her background in both psychology and nursing allows her to provide thoughtful support to individuals navigating chronic illness, medical diagnoses, and major life transitions.
Therapeutic
Approach
Her clinical work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), with a focus on helping clients understand patterns that contribute to distress and develop practical coping strategies. She emphasizes collaboration, skill-building, and measurable progress over time.
Dr. Cameron works to create a warm, structured, and supportive environment where clients can build resilience, confidence, and lasting change.
Specialties
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Anxiety and mood disorders
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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ADHD
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Insomnia (CBT-I)
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Depression and grief
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Trauma-related concerns
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Stress related to medical illness and life transitions
Populations
Served
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Children (6+)
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Adolescents
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Adults
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Individuals with medical conditions or chronic illness
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Military Families
Insurance
Accepted
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Aetna (including State Health Plan)
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Ambetter
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Humana (PPO)
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MedCost
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Medicare, including BCBS and UHC (secondary insurance needed)
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TRICARE (with referral)
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United Health Care
Education &
Credentials
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Ph.D., Clinical Psychology — American University
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M.S., Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) — University of Cincinnati
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B.S., Nursing — University of Maryland
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Training in CBT, CBT-I, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Prolonged Exposure
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Member, National Register of Health Service Psychologists
Professional Highlights
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Staff Psychologist, National Institute of Mental Health (16 years)
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NIH Psychiatric Consultation Liaison Service provider
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Private practice clinician since 2005
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Extensive experience treating anxiety, OCD, and mood disorders
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PSYPACT provider serving clients in participating states via telehealth
CONTACT US
1121 Medical Center Drive
Wilmington, NC 28401
Compassionate care.
Meaningful change.
Call or Text: (910) 444-8871
Fax: (910) 763-3311
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