Meet the Founder
I’m the founder of Wellness 360, established in 2014, and hold a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Fordham University, as well as a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin.
With over two decades of experience in psychotherapy, I’ve come to believe that true healing requires a holistic approach— one that engages both the mind and the body. Wellness is more than symptom management; it involves understanding how our daily choices align with our core values and emotional needs. When we become disconnected from our authentic selves, distress often follows.
Guided by this belief, I founded Wellness 360 in 2014 with a mission to help individuals reconnect with themselves, live in alignment with their values, and build lasting resilience. I believe that everyone has the capacity to live well in their body and to embrace the deep joy of truly connected living.
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A Holistic Approach to Healing
Wellness 360 is rooted in the principles of mind-body-spirit integration. Our practice offers evidence-based treatments and diverse healing modalities, including traditional talk therapy, ecotherapy in our healing garden, somatic experiencing, walking meditation in our labyrinth, and therapeutic massage services.
I’ve seen firsthand how comprehensive, holistic care can lead to profound and lasting transformation. My clinical experience spans a wide range of settings—university counseling centers, community mental health clinics, schools, and psychiatric hospitals.
Before launching Wellness 360, I served as a clinical professor at the University of Wisconsin and as director of a community mental health training clinic.
I work with individuals and couples facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, and negative self-image. Using an integrative approach that combines Interpersonal Neurobiology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and somatic techniques, I help clients improve emotional regulation, build psychological resilience, and achieve greater overall well-being.
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My areas of specialization include:
- Couples Therapy – addressing communication issues, infidelity, trust, finances, intimacy, coparenting, and blended family dynamics.
- Trauma Therapy– healing from emotional, physical, sexual, racial, religious, medical, grief-related, and identity-based trauma, including support for first responders
- Women’s Wellness – support through life transitions, reproductive challenges, postpartum, menopause, and body image/self-esteem concerns
- Support for Diverse Communities – culturally responsive care for LGBTQ+ individuals, immigrants, ethnic and religious groups, and people with disabilities
- Somatic & Mindfulness-Based Therapies –ecotherapy, meditation, and body-centered practices
Leadership & Education
Outside of clinical work, I am dedicated to advancing mental health education and training the next generation of professionals. I serve as a community supervisor for doctoral students in clinical psychology at a local medical college, teach as an adjunct professor, and offer postdoctoral fellowships through Wellness 360.
For more than 15 years, I’ve facilitated Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) workshops and provided psychoeducational talks for clinicians, educators, and organizations across the country, such as:
- CBS News
- Fordham University
- City College of New York
- University of Wisconsin
- Southern Methodist University
- UT Southwestern Medical Center
- Make an Impact- National CEU Provider
- The Lamplighter School
- Momentous Institute
- J.P. Morgan Fellowship Institute
Click here to find out more about my Diversity Equity and Inclusion training and workshops.
Community Engagement
My passion for community service is reflected in my ongoing leadership within professional associations. I currently serve as the DEI Chair for the Dallas Psychological Association and across 7 years held several board roles—including President and Treasurer—at the Collin County Psychological Association, where I led quarterly DEI consultation meetings. At Wellness 360, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to heal deeply, live fully, and embrace a life of authenticity and purpose.
Dr. Jaya Mathew is a Licensed Psychologist with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TX License #36584; Expires 02/28/26). For information on how to verify a license, please visit www.tsbep.texas.gov. For information on how to file a complaint, please follow this link.