Jennifer Govea-Sanchez
Hi, I'm Jennifer. Are you feeling anxious about the prospect of beginning or resuming therapy? Maybe you fear judgment in telling your story to someone else? I found it exhausting to retell my story each time I began with a new therapist, but I eventually found a good fit and was able to get the treatment I needed.
At the end of each session, we will discuss how the session went for you, where you will have the chance to provide feedback and we will make adjustments as needed.
I use a nonjudgmental stance in my approach in order to optimize healing and allow for personal growth in a safe space. I will encourage you to be nonjudgmental, but accountable, with yourself and others while avoiding personalizing issues that do not belong to you. We will ensure that you are an active participant in your therapy, as you are truly the expert in yourself. We will get to know each other before determining which type of therapy will work for you, as every person, relationship, and situation is unique. My background is in both residential and outpatient settings, including group, individual, family, and couples therapy with dual diagnosis for both addiction and psychiatric diagnoses. I also have experience in private practice, an inpatient psychiatric hospital and an outpatient counseling center. *I am not currently able to accommodate evening or weekend appointments*
First session
In our first session, we will get to know each other, define your goals for therapy and develop an individualized approach through a collaborative effort.
Strengths
I feel that my biggest strength as a therapist is being genuinely interested and caring with my clients. This is based on feedback I have received from clients over many years and my own feelings about myself as a therapist. The connection between a therapist and client is the most important element in making therapy effective. It takes effort on both the part of the therapist and the client, but you can rest assured that I will do my part to connect with you, validate you, and help you to heal.
Ideal clients
Adult clients with depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, Bipolar, Grief, Adjustment Disorders
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Hispanic / Latinx
Person of Color (POC)
White
Woman
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Addiction
Anger Management
Bipolar Disorder
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
Grief
LGBTQ
Mood Disorders
Sexual Abuse
Women's Issues
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
CaliforniaLicense 105455