OUR TEAM
We have a group of highly trained psychologists who are here to help in-person in our King of Prussia office.

Dr. Julia Gomes
Psy.D
Psy.D
About Juila
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the Director of Assessments at PeaceTree. I earned my degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Clinical Psychology. I completed predoctoral internships in outpatient and hospital settings where I received training in psychoeducational, neuropsychological, and psychological evaluations. I was trained in administering evidence-based, research supported, and gold-standard evaluations (e.g., the ADOS). Through these experiences, I witnessed the profound influence and inherent value of psychological evaluations due to the ways it provides support, enhances self-understanding, and empowers individuals. I completed my postdoctoral fellowship at PeaceTree Counseling and Consulting where I administered psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluations. Upon completing my fellowship, I started the Assessment Department at PeaceTree to help provide evidenced-base, comprehensive evaluations to individuals of all ages in the community.
Dr. Jessica Lax
Psy.D
Psy.D
Pennsylvania Certified School Psychologist
About Jessica
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and earned my degree from Chestnut Hill College with a specialty in psychological assessment. I completed predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship with concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorders across the lifespan. I received extensive training with (ADOS) Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – Second Edition and have the knowledge and expertise in gold standard evaluation practices to diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder in children as young as 18 months. I also received extensive training in psychoeducational evaluations during my school psychology graduate program and have experience working collaboratively with school district teams. I have both a personal and professional passion for inclusivity and will meet each person with compassion, respect, integrity, and curiosity. I would love to help you determine you or your child’s strength and needs to get the right supports to ensure you or your loved one reaches their full potential.


Dr. Ashley DeBlasi Hayhurst
About Ashley
I am a postdoctoral fellow from Chestnut Hill College. I am interested in working with individuals of all ages, through individual, couple, and family therapy. I work with people experiencing an array of challenges, including relational and familial challenges, life transitions and major stressors, trauma, anxiety, behavioral issues, severe mental illness, and challenges stemming from being a part of the criminal justice system.
My approach to therapy emphasizes treating the individual client’s needs with a dynamic, flexible, and collaborative approach, while creating a safe environment. My approach to therapy is based on a psychodynamic framework which I reinforce by integrating systems theory. Psychodynamics help us understand what is going on inside a person, and systems theory helps us understand the interactions between people. I also consider individual’s different identities. People are uniquely influenced by the different periods of development and their different social and cultural identities. Being mindful of the whole individual, both developmentally and culturally, and how these identities interact with one another, leads to a better understanding of ourselves.
Dr. Margarett Molina Vargas (Dr. Molina), Psy.D.
About Margarett
I am a licensed Psychologist and graduate of Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I have experience providing therapy using primarily a cognitive behavioral approach (CBT) while implementing evidence-based trauma therapy such as cognitive processing therapy, and prolonged exposure. I also have experience treating a variety of anxiety issues such as panic and obsessive and compulsive tendencies using exposure and response prevention.
I also specialize in psychological assessments. I strive to discover the red thread that connects behaviors to better understand problem areas and identify tailored solutions to best help individuals thrive. I have training with a wide array of challenges and have worked with people of all ages. I have special interest in personality and intelligence testing as well as understanding behavioral challenges such as inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Psychological testing can help us understand on a deeper level and often identifies meaningful changes and accommodations that are needed. I am passionate and find it integral that all parties fully understand the results of the assessment in order to take action steps with recommendations provided during feedback.

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Call us at 610-209-6569 or email drjuliagomes@peacetreecc.com and Dr. Gomes will contact you.