Dr. Nichole Olson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Nichole Olson is a Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford University specializing in psychiatry and behavioral sciences. As a licensed psychologist, she is affiliated with the INSPIRE Clinic where she oversees the Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program. Dr. Olson completed her master's and doctorate degrees at Northwestern University in Chicago and subsequently finished her postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford University. Her clinical focus includes evidence-based, recovery-oriented care for individuals experiencing psychosis, delivering both individual and group Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp) to adults. In addition to her clinical work, she is the Assistant Director of Stanford's DBT program, focusing on emotion regulation therapies. Dr. Olson also provides training and ongoing consultation to healthcare providers, helping them implement CBTp effectively in their practices. Her dedication to clinical psychology and academic contributions makes her a vital part of the Stanford Medicine Psychiatry Clinic.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Stanford Medicine Psychiatry Clinic • Stanford, CA

Oversees the Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program and provides individual DBT treatments, focusing on emotion regulation.

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.