Jamilah Silver, PhD, earned her bachelor’s degree in Education and Social Policy from Northwestern University and her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Stony Brook University. She completed her predoctoral internship at Brown University’s Alpert Warren Medical School. Presently, she is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Dr. Silver specializes in supporting young children, adolescents, and families through adversity, emotional and behavioral challenges, and developmental transitions. She has particular expertise in early childhood mental health, parent-child interventions (including parent management training), and psychological assessment. Her clinical approach is grounded in Evidence-Based Practice in Psychology, combining the best research evidence with clinical expertise and individual client needs, along with trauma-informed care and a strong commitment to serving diverse and underserved communities.
Originally from Maryland, Dr. Silver is a proud twin and the youngest of two sisters. She finds joy in spending time with her family and friends, exploring new cultures through travel, and uncovering hidden food gems as an avid Yelp reviewer.

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