I spent the first 15 years of my career running into danger - with a clipboard. After a while, I decided that I really wanted to be a part of the solution for the people that were still running into the fray. I saw what trauma did to people, and I couldn't just stand idly by and watch my friends live with the images, and... stuff.... that comes with helping others. So, my practice is literally built on dark humor, empathy, and compassion. Your stories are safe here.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
The first session is like a job interview - with You interviewing Me. That's how this works. You're trying to figure out if I can help you and if I'm a good fit. There are a million of us out there. And honestly, as a very white, cisgendered, heterosexual, middle-aged therapist.... Most of them are like me. But as someone who has been on both sides of the couch, it's a strange process. I've decided against using a particular therapist several times, not because they weren't good people, but just because of the "vibe" or whatever that I got. You'll find someone that you do actually vibe with - that may or may not be me. But, I not so secretly want it be me.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I bring a lot of humor, empathy, and curiosity into every session. I'm probably the most tenacious optimist you've ever met, and I truly don't think there is a problem that cannot be solved. The solutions are always there: they may not be popular or easy, but they're always there. I take a very "whole person" approach to things as well. Meaning, if we're looking at something like depression, I want to look at your whole self, not just your thought process. No one thing is going to be the solution, usually.
About Jennifer Twilley
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Couples Counseling
Compassion Focused
Gottman method
Trauma Informed Care
Family Therapy
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