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Jennifer Perera, LCSW - Therapist at Grow Therapy

Jennifer Perera

Jennifer Perera

(she/her)

LCSW
13 years of experience
Virtual

Maternal mental health and wellness is very near and dear to me and I am passionate about helping parents find their joy again. As a mother who gets how hard it is, it is my privilege to walk with you on your journey as you strive to cope with the unexpected challenges and emotions that occur while trying to conceive, during pregnancy and following childbirth. I have worked for a Fortune 100 insurance company in leadership roles so I understand all to well the pressure all parents (new and seasoned) experience to optimize both areas of life -- work and family. I have worked with many families just like you to help find that optimal balance.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session together, we will get to know each other better and determine if we are a good fit therapeutically. We will explore the specific challenges you're facing and begin drafting a plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have worked with many new parents to help normalize the aspects of parenting that no one wants to talk about. I bring my own lived experiences into the room in a professional way that allows clients to be human and to heal.

About Jennifer Perera

Identifies as

Specializes in

Parenting
Post Partum
AnxietyDepressionSelf Esteem

Serves ages

Licensed in

Accepts

Address

499 Morris Avenue, Springfield, NJ, USA

Appointments

Virtual & in-person

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Anxious thoughts tend to fall into one of a few categories. With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety, we will identify which of these patterns you default to most often. You will learn to notice when these unhelpful thought patterns occur and learn how to reframe them so they no longer pose negative beliefs.

Acceptance and commitment (ACT)

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of psychotherapy that combines mindfulness skills with the practice of self-acceptance. It focuses on helping individuals live in accordance with their values, even in the presence of difficult or unwanted thoughts and feelings.

Gottman method

The Gottman Method is a therapeutic approach for couples, developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, that aims to enhance relationship functioning and resolve conflicts. The method is based on over four decades of research and clinical practice with thousands of couples.