Dr. Marcy Willard

Dr. Willard is a licensed psychologist, expert child psychologist, and published author. Dr. Willard has experience conducting diagnostic assessments at local clinics and as a Fellow at JFK Partners in partnership with the Children’s Hospital.

Dr. Willard is a passionate advocate for parents of challenging kids. Over her 20 years of clinical practice, she has developed techniques working parents can use to support their children with mental or behavioral health issues.

She has a bachelor’s degree from University of Colorado Boulder, a Master’s Degree in psychology from Pepperdine, and a Ph.D. in Child, Family, and School Psychology from the University of Denver.

Before starting her practice, Dr. Willard CEO of Clear Child Psychology where the team touched the lives of over 1 million families. Previously, Dr. Willard worked as a clinical psychologist and school psychologist for over a decade, providing training, assessment, and consultation.

She has trained other psychologists in autism assessment using both a clinical diagnostic model and a school identification model.

She lives in Colorado and enjoys skiing, running and time with her family.

Post By Dr. Marcy

Getting Unstuck

Getting Unstuck

Dec 4, 2025 | ,

We have all felt the heavy, immovable burden of being stuck in old resentments, crippling fear, or unfulfilling patterns. But what if the relief you seek is not found in a new job or a different relationship, but in a profound, internal shift? This article reveals the two hidden problems keeping you trapped – a resistance to accept the past and an unconscious emotional driver – and introduces the powerful, clinical truth: emotional suffering is optional. Discover how to stop circling the same old pain, release old emotional charges, and permanently transform into the healthy, confident, and effective person you are meant to be. Your journey to lasting freedom starts now.

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What Is Transformational Life Coaching?

What Is Transformational Life Coaching?

Dec 4, 2025 | ,

Are you feeling stuck, navigating a high-stress situation, or simply seeking a greater level of personal and professional fulfillment? This decisive guide introduces Dr. Willard’s Transformational Life Coaching, a structured, goal-oriented process designed to move you quickly from emotional roadblocks to profound clarity and self-directedness. Discover how this methodology isolates issues to create lasting change, providing a direct path to healing, self-confidence, and the ultimate freedom of your authentic self. Read on to learn the difference between coaching and therapy, and begin your journey toward long-term contentment and fulfillment.

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Nurturing Connection: Helping Your Child with Social Presence

Nurturing Connection: Helping Your Child with Social Presence

Nov 19, 2025 |

Does your child struggle to connect with friends or seem more interested in toys than people? Understanding social presence, a fundamental skill for healthy social development, can help you a great deal. This article defines social presence and joint attention, identifies five common signs of struggle, and explores potential causes. Discover practical, evidence-based steps you can take at home and learn when it is time to seek professional support. Read on to learn how to build a strong foundation for connection and friendship!

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