(Message me for additional times as my calendar time choices don't show accurately in the Grow calendar) You put off getting help because you felt you "should be able to handle it." You thought you could face your issues alone, but now feel overwhelmed. Contrary to popular belief, counseling is not simply "giving advice" and isn't for "weak" people who need a "crutch." It's a great tool for anyone ready to use it. My goal is to help you gain insight into your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. With a sincere, down-to-earth, fun and refreshing approach, I will provide a respectful, non-judgmental space for you to discuss your problems and help you develop your plan for greater life satisfaction. Whether you are experiencing strain as an individual, in your relationship, within your family unit, or at work, let me help you understand the "biology of stress." Once you realize how to harness your brain's power, you can become more effective in all areas of your life! Come put down your burdens and let's find your natural skills to change your problems into possibilities!
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Session One is "Get to Know You Stuff." I'll explain who I am and how I do what I do, and remind you not to do a "courtesy reschedule"- where you pretend I'm a good fit....let's be honest with each other so you can assess your comfort with me!. The door is wide open for you to share what's been happening in your life. Before we are done, I'll be sure you understand the basics of "stress biology" and have a few tools that will improve your ability to manage your brain's reaction to stress.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Having been married twice, both times to first responders/EMS, then divorced once, I have a passion and understanding of that lifestyle, so I serve a lot of police, firefighters, ambulance workers and 911 dispatchers. And you can't have relationship troubles yourself without becoming a marriage/couples/relationship expert, so I love helping couples navigate those difficulties. I have a special needs stepdaughter and two "neurotypical" sons, which has provided me with a unique understanding of the strain that can put on a blended family. I am an advocate for the LGBTQ community. I love and have worked with teens and college students most of my life. I have routinely been described as down to earth, refreshing and "very real."
About Jennifer Yeager Lloyd
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Eclectic
CBT, IFS, DBT- there are so many paths to wellness. Together, let's find the one that makes the most sense for YOU! I will help you find easy, practical and usable ways to improve your life.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Most of our thoughts are automatic, and at times, they are really irrational and unhelpful. CBT helps you pay attention to your problematic thoughts and replace them with more rational and balanced ways of thinking
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
We all have different ages we have been or roles we have taken on (parent, child, sibling, spouse). This style of therapy helps you evaluate what internal parts of you are negatively or positively impacting your life, increases your personal awareness, and helps you use them more effectively.
Attachment-based
It's may seem like a cheesy thing to always think about "our childhoods" in therapy, but how we were raised deeply impacts how we relate to people. Attachment theory is an exploration of these patterns, increases awareness of how you are playing them out in the present, and can help you modify your behaviors for a better future.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
How we regulate ourselves impacts our relationships and how successful or not our relationships are impact how we feel about ourselves. DBT helps with distress tolerance, interpersonal relationships and self esteem in ways that dramatically improve overall wellness