Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, the weight of your past still follows you? Do you struggle with feeling unseen, unheard, or disconnected from the world around you? Maybe you're a veteran carrying invisible wounds, an LGBTQ+ individual navigating acceptance, or someone who has survived experiences that left deep emotional scars. Perhaps family dynamics have made it difficult to find your voice, or self-doubt has kept you from fully embracing who you are. Whatever your journey, you don’t have to face it alone. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences, process trauma, and rediscover your strength. Together, we can work to unpack the pain, challenge self-limiting beliefs, and help you step into a future where you feel empowered, valued, and whole. Healing isn’t about erasing the past—it’s about learning how to move forward with self-compassion and resilience. If you’re ready to take that step, I’m here to walk alongside you. Let’s start the conversation. What would it feel like to be truly heard? My ideal client has incredible resilience and grit and is still optimistic that their life can get better. My ideal client comes from a broken home/ childhood trauma/ and or a series of abusive relationships. My ideal client is committed and wants to unpack the pain that we typically compartmentalize and numb. My dream client believes in spiritual growth and holistic healing. My ideal wants to love themselves again and feel safe in their bodies.

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

In a client's first session with me as a therapist, they can expect several key elements to help establish a productive and supportive therapeutic relationship: Introductions and Initial Assessment: The session typically begins with introductions where I provide an overview of the therapeutic process, confidentiality, and any administrative details. I'll invite the client to share their reasons for seeking therapy and what they hope to achieve. Exploration of Goals: I aim to understand the client's goals and expectations for therapy. This includes discussing what they hope to change or achieve, as well as their motivations for seeking help at this time. Assessment of Current Concerns: We'll explore the specific issues or challenges the client is facing, including their history and any relevant background information. This helps to form a comprehensive understanding of their current situation. Establishing Rapport: Building a strong therapeutic alliance is essential. I create a warm and non-judgmental environment where the client feels safe to discuss their thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly. Discussion of Therapy Approach: I explain my therapeutic approach and how it aligns with the client's needs and goals. This includes discussing any techniques or interventions that may be used to address their concerns. Setting Expectations: Clear communication about the frequency and duration of sessions, as well as the collaborative nature of therapy, is important. Clients are encouraged to ask questions and voice any concerns they may have. Initial Insights and Recommendations: Depending on the session's progress, I may offer initial insights or recommendations that can provide immediate relief or direction for the client to consider between sessions. Ending the Session: Towards the end of the session, I summarize what has been discussed and invite feedback from the client. We discuss next steps, which may include scheduling future sessions and any initial homework or reflection exercises. Overall, the first session is an opportunity for the client and therapist to begin forming a therapeutic alliance, clarify goals, and lay the groundwork for productive work together. It sets the tone for the therapeutic journey ahead, focusing on collaboration and support tailored to the client's unique needs.

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

As a provider, I believe my greatest strengths lie in several key areas that contribute to effective therapy and client satisfaction: Empathy and Compassion: I genuinely empathize with my clients' experiences and emotions, creating a safe and supportive space where they feel understood and validated. Active Listening: I prioritize active listening to fully understand my clients' perspectives, concerns, and goals. This helps me tailor my approach to meet their specific needs and preferences. Collaborative Approach: I view therapy as a collaborative process where the client and I work together towards identified goals. I value client autonomy and involve them in decision-making about their treatment. Cultural Sensitivity: I recognize and respect the cultural, ethnic, and individual diversity of my clients. I strive to integrate cultural competence into my practice to ensure relevance and effectiveness in therapy. Strengths-Based Perspective: I adopt a strengths-based approach, focusing on identifying and building upon my clients' existing strengths and resources. This helps empower them to navigate challenges and achieve positive outcomes. Flexible and Integrative Techniques: I utilize a range of evidence-based techniques and interventions tailored to each client's needs. This flexibility allows me to adapt to different therapeutic styles and preferences. Commitment to Growth: I am committed to ongoing professional development and staying updated with the latest research and best practices in therapy. This ensures that I provide high-quality, evidence-based care to my clients. Ethical Practice: I adhere to ethical guidelines and prioritize confidentiality, respect, and integrity in all aspects of my therapeutic work. Clients can trust that their well-being and best interests are always at the forefront. These strengths collectively contribute to fostering a therapeutic environment where clients feel supported, empowered, and motivated to make meaningful changes in their lives. Each session is an opportunity to build upon these strengths and collaboratively work towards enhancing their overall well-being and achieving their therapeutic goals I'm trained in Brainspotting—a powerful tool shown to reduce the negative effects of trauma & emotional pain.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I work well with folks who are healing from toxic relationships and with people in your family that you’re trying to keep the peace with that have toxic and hurtful traits that have negatively affected you. I work well with trauma that has occurred as a child and adult, friendship betrayals, betrayals in general, and sibling violence. Sibling abuse is different from sibling rivalry and it’s oftentimes overlooked and chalked up as sibling rivalry. It’s ongoing verbal or physical violence between one sibling against another. I work with military men and women who have served our beautiful country who have a history of childhood trauma and combat trauma. I work with first responders like police officers and veterans.

About Jennifer Bloom