Dr. Darryl Jensen, PsyD
Lead Clinical Psychologist
Outside the consulting office, Dr. Jensen is an avid landscape painter who finds inspiration in the granite formations of Custer State Park, a regular participant in local community book circles, and a volunteer speaker on mental wellness and healthy aging across the Black Hills region.
Biography
Dr. Darryl Jensen is a licensed clinical psychologist leading the behavioral health department at Quazaar Demo Services in Rapid City, SD. With over fifteen years of outpatient and clinical consultation experience, Dr. Jensen specializes in evidence-based psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and life transitions. He champions an integrated care model, collaborating directly with primary care clinicians to ensure emotional and physical well-being are supported cohesively in an environment that prioritizes patient dignity and open communication.
Education & Credentials
- Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology: University of Denver Graduate School of Professional Psychology
- Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology: University of Denver
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology: University of South Dakota
- Licensure: Licensed Psychologist – South Dakota Board of Examiners of Psychologists
- Certifications: Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Clinical Expertise & Focus Areas
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Depressive disorders, generalized anxiety, and panic management
- Adjustment to acute and chronic medical diagnoses
- Stress reduction, executive burnout, and work-life balance counseling
- Integrated primary care behavioral consultation and interdisciplinary treatment planning
Professional Memberships
American Psychological Association (APA)
South Dakota Psychological Association (SDPA)
Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT)
