Meet Dr. Jenny Yip – an internationally acclaimed clinical psychologist, author, speaker, and thought leader whose work has transformed thousands of lives and profoundly impacted the fields of OCD, anxiety, parenting, and maternal health.
Dr. Jenny Yip
Clinical PsychologistSpeakerAuthorMotherOCD & Anxiety ExpertParenting Mentor
As someone who faced the challenges of OCD firsthand from an early age, Dr. Yip brings a rare blend of personal insights, evidence-based strategies, and a mindful-solutions approach to every aspect of her work. Fueled by her passion and unrelenting drive to helping others build meaningful lives, today she stands as a beacon of hope and guidance for individuals and families to break free from the grip of anxiety, OCD, and parenting stress. Known for her balance of empathy and directness, she’s often referred to as the ‘Velvet Hammer’—a testament to her unique adeptness to inspire others to reclaim their lives and creating lasting change.
Clinical Innovation & Expertise
With over two decades of clinical expertise and a trailblazer in the treatment of OCD and anxiety, Dr. Yip has left a lasting impact through her innovative treatment centers in Los Angeles. She founded the Renewed Freedom Center in 2008, a nationally leading outpatient clinic known for its evidence-based and specialized family-oriented interventions tailored to both children and adults suffering from OCD and anxiety. Her commitment to early intervention led to the launch of the Little Thinkers Center in 2016 to help children overcome cognitive and academic challenges by strengthening executive functioning, creative problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
At the core of her clinical work is her Strategic Family Boundaries model — a transformative and structured approach that empowers individuals and families to reset unhealthy dynamics, reduce relational stress, and foster emotional connectedness.
Her unparalleled ability to integrate clinical rigor with cultural humility and practical strategy has made her a trusted expert for high-performing professionals — from Fortune 500 executives to creative leaders in entertainment and tech — seeking mental clarity, emotional resilience, and peak performance.
”Make use of your experiences, whether positive or negative, because all of this is in service of you learning, growing, and evolving in life.
Dr. Jenny YipOprah Daily
Academic & Professional Distinction
Dr. Yip holds the distinction of being a board-certified expert in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology, a credential earned by fewer than 2% of licensed psychologists. As a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the USC Keck School of Medicine, she mentors the next generation of mental health professionals, equipping them with the skills to implement effective, evidence-based care.
Her leadership in professional organizations on both national and international levels is equally distinguished. She is a board member and key figure within the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), where she plays multiple high-impact roles: training clinicians at the prestigious Behavior Therapy Training Institute, co-directing the BIPOC Training division focused on improving accessibility and outcomes for diverse populations, and facilitating the Perinatal OCD Task Force to advance maternal mental health worldwide.
Dr. Yip also serves as a Clinical Fellow with the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA) and a Clinical Member of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT). Through these roles, she contributes to the development of best-practice standards and public education campaigns aimed to demystify gaps in mental health awareness and treatment delivery.
Thought Leadership & Media Presence
Dr. Yip is the go-to media expert known for her ability to unpack complex psychological concepts into relatable, real-world strategies. Her work has reached national audiences through regular appearances on NBC’s Today Show, The Doctors, Access Hollywood, and other major platforms. Her expert commentary has also been featured in leading publications such as The Washington Post, Forbes Health, HuffPost, Oprah Daily, CNN, Parents, NPR, SHAPE, USA Today, and many others — where she continues to raise awareness, educate the public, and normalize conversations around mental health.
Her podcast, The Stress-Less Life, offers listeners fresh perspectives, clear insights, and practical strategies for navigating modern-day stress and anxiety — all to foster greater mental flexibility and healthy living.
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Author & Mental Wellness Advocate
As an author, Dr. Yip translates clinical insights into accessible, actionable, and transformative tools for those ready to take charge of their mental health for life-long changes. Her debut, “Productive, Successful You: End Procrastination by Making Anxiety Work for You Rather Than Against You” equips readers with strategies to turn anxiety into purposeful fuel for focus and performance. Her latest book ranked as a top new release, “Hello Baby, Goodbye Intrusive Thoughts: Stop the Spiral of Anxiety and OCD to Reclaim Wellness on Your Motherhood Journey” is a groundbreaking, compassionate guide that empowers mothers worldwide to stress less, build healthy boundaries, and create life-long habits that embrace and honor wellness.
Global Impact & Speaker
A highly sought-after speaker, Dr. Yip has delivered hundreds of workshops, keynote addresses, and intensive trainings across the U.S. and abroad addressing topics on OCD and anxiety, maternal wellness, family and parenting dynamics, mental flexibility and resilience, and living a stress-less life. She spearheaded the first 3-Day Intensive OCD Training in Portugal in collaboration with the Portuguese OCD Foundation (POCDF) and continues to expand advanced training initiatives to clinicians across international borders. Her unwavering commitment and invaluable contributions to the field have earned her several prestigious awards, highlighting her passion for driving global change in behavioral wellness.
Through her advisory roles with SELF magazine, NOCD, Made of Millions, and other mission-driven organizations, she remains deeply involved to dismantle stigma, expand access to evidence-based care, and promote understanding of mental health and wellness.
Personal Values & Legacy
While Dr. Yip’s contributions to the field are far-reaching, at the heart of her work is her deep commitment to living with intention and meaning. Her most paramount role is being the proud mama of twin boys whom she is raising to live with intentional values, emotional resilience, and healthy boundaries. Her parenting approach — rooted in empowerment, empathy, and flexible awareness — mirrors the same philosophy she brings to her patients, clients, and broader community.
Whether in the clinic, teaching space, or media spotlight, Dr. Yip’s work is unified by one mission: to help individuals and families transform pain into purpose, chaos into clarity, and anxiety into action.
