About the Founder

Dr. Jackie Collard LCSW, RYT-200

Licensed Clinical Social Worker | Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor

Dr. Jackie Collard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified School Social Worker in New Jersey, with additional certifications as a principal and superintendent from the New Jersey Department of Education. She is also a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200), trained in trauma-informed yoga, and integrates mindfulness and movement into her therapeutic work.

With over 20 years of experience in the field of social work, Dr. Jackie has devoted her career to supporting individuals and families through life’s complexities. She has worked extensively with underserved communities as a tenured school social worker in Hudson County and as a therapist providing intensive in-community and outpatient services across Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Passaic Counties.

Dr. Jackie’s approach is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and respect. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and supported. Her work is focused on developing practical, real-world strategies that empower clients to navigate challenges and build meaningful change in their lives. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your family, Dr. Jackie is here to guide you with compassion and clarity.

Step into a space where authenticity meets experience. As a seasoned therapist, I bring both professional expertise and the insight gained from my own human journey. In this space, you’ll find a compassionate, grounded presence - someone who shows up fully and is committed to walking alongside you with care, understanding, and respect.

Experience

School Social Worker

  • School Based Youth Services (SBYSP)

  • Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA)

  • Section 504 Accommodation Act

  • Harassment Intimidation and Bullying (HIB)

  • School Safety & Security

  • Educational Leadership

Community Mental Health Clinician

  • Individual Therapy

  • Family Therapy

Intensive In-Community Therapist

  • Individual Therapy

  • Family Therapy

  • Assessment

  • Parent Coaching

  • Supervision

Our Space Northeast and Dr. Jackie Collard are proficient in school-related issues
Dr. Jackie Collard is a retired school social worker with over 20 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families

Credentials

Education:

  • Bachelor of Arts, Social Work - Seton Hall University

  • Master of Social Work - Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

  • Educational Leadership Certification - New Jersey Expedited Certification for Educational Leadership (NJEXCEL)

  • Doctor of Social Work - Capella University

Licensure:

New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

New Jersey Department of Education

  • School Social Worker

  • Supervisor

  • Principal (CE)

  • Superintendent (CE)