Jaclyn Deilgat

Jaclyn Deilgat is an Assistant Professor in the Counseling Psychology department at Pacifica Graduate Institute, serving as Director of Research for the Counseling PsyD program. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (Pacifica Graduate Institute) and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology (National University), with licensure as a Clinical Psychologist.

Her clinical work focuses on severe psychiatric illness, substance use disorders in correctional/jail settings, and affirming LGBTQAI2+ care. She actively advocates for social justice, equity, and mental health destigmatization while supervising Registered Psychological Associates in San Diego.

Prior roles include sub-investigator for clinical trials evaluating novel psychiatric medications. Her community engagement emphasizes human rights and marginalized populations' mental health advocacy.