Ellie Pelc, Psy.D.

Ellie Pelc, Psy.D.

Ellie Pelc, Psy.D. is a licensed Clinical Child Psychologist and the Associate Clinical Director of the Center for Children and Youth (CCY) at JFCS of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties.1 She has held this position since January 2014.1

Education and Experience

• Earned a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree in Clinical Psychology from the PGSP-Stanford PsyD Consortium1
• Previously worked as a Predoctoral Intern at WestCoast Children's Clinic in Oakland, CA1
• Has experience as an Adjunct Professor at The Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA1
• Formerly worked as a Practicum Student in Outpatient Community Based Services at Edgewood Center for Children and Families in the San Francisco Bay Area1
• Previously served as a Clinical Counseling Associate in Therapeutic Behavioral Services at Seneca Center in Oakland, CA1

Areas of Expertise

• Specializes in infant and early childhood development, attachment, anxiety, ADHD, challenging behavioral problems, and adoption-related issues23
• Provides online counseling to help families cope during challenging times2
• Assists in establishing healthy family routines, connecting with other parents, planning activities at home, and providing critical support when needed2

Dr. Pelc is dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families in the San Francisco Bay Area through her clinical work and leadership role at JFCS.3