Hello, my name is Jennifer. Are you feeling out of sorts, or have you lost your way? Maybe you are having relationship issues, loss or things that happened in your past. Maybe you are feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? I have over 13 years of experience in helping others with several life struggles. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider, a Certified Integrated Mental Health Professional and a Certified Grief Professional. I am concerned about a person's physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health. My clients experience me as someone who listens and is willing to help provide skills to help you to have a more positive life journey. I see clients from many different types of backgrounds. I am not only comfortable with seeing individuals, but also families. I am experienced in multiple treatment modalities, and I make sure that we are always focusing on your goals.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During the first session, you find out as we meet together the areas you choose as your goal(s). There are several assessments that I use to make sure you are on the right track and that I do not miss anything important to be aware of. Depending on the issue{s} you would like to focus on, new skills are practiced and used. Sometimes new techniques are used during session and some clients have found improvements within a few sessions. At times I ask at the end of session, "did you get what you needed during the session?" It is important to me that your needs are met.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I have been using DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) for several years and several clients have reported to me they continue to use the skills they have learned every day and lead more successful lives. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and 95% of my clients have had much success with dealing with past trauma. With EMDR, I also use another technique called Progressive Counting which has also been proven successful and has quickly helped. TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is also used with young children and adolescents. My background is in Marriage and Family Therapy and I help to mend and strengthen relationships in families.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I feel it is important to help people feel better about their lives quickly. Quick and effective treatment strategies are important.