Licensed to practice in 13 states and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.
New to Grow
My name is Meghan Jensen, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in 13 states, where I support clients, couples, and families in navigating a variety of life's challenges. Over the past eight years, I have worked in residential treatment, school counseling, and intensive outpatient settings. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families by helping them navigate anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, and life transitions. I believe in creating a collaborative strengths-based therapeutic environment that empowers individuals and families to build resilience and develop meaningful, lasting change. I earned my Master's Degree in Counseling from the University of Wyoming with an emphasis in Play Therapy and Psychotherapy and am currently pursuing my PhD in Developmental Psychology. My clinical training includes Adlerian and Child-Based Play Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I enjoy integrating evidence-based approaches to meet each client's unique needs.
Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and begin building a comfortable, supportive therapeutic relationship. We will spend time discussing what brings you to therapy, your current concerns, relevant personal history, and what you hope to achieve through our work together. You are welcome to share as much or as little as feels comfortable. There is no expectation that you have everything figured out or know exactly where to start. My role is to listen, ask questions, and help you identify goals that are meaningful to you. During this session, we may explore areas such as your emotional well-being, relationships, family background, work or school experiences, physical health, and any previous experiences with counseling. We will also review important information about confidentiality, practice policies, and the therapy process. By the end of our first meeting, we will have a clearer understanding of your needs and begin developing a plan for moving forward. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and determine whether our therapeutic approach feels like a good fit for you. Starting therapy can feel both hopeful and challenging. My goal is to provide a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and supported.
I bring a compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to therapy. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to work toward meaningful change. With experience across residential treatment, school counseling, and intensive outpatient settings, I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing a wide range of challenges. This diverse background allows me to meet clients where they are and adapt my approach to their unique needs and goals. In addition to my professional training, my own life experiences have shaped the way I approach therapy. Having navigated anxiety and difficult life experiences myself, I understand that healing is not always a straightforward process. While each person's journey is unique, these experiences have deepened my empathy and appreciation for the courage it takes to seek support and make changes. They have also reinforced my belief that growth and resilience are possible, even during life's most challenging moments. Clients often describe my approach as thoughtful, patient, and nonjudgmental. I believe that meaningful change begins with feeling understood, so I take time to listen carefully to clients and, when appropriate, their family members. I strive to understand each person's perspective before offering guidance or intervention. As trust develops, I help clients gently explore patterns, beliefs, and situations that may be contributing to distress. When clients feel ready, I support them in challenging these obstacles and developing new ways of coping, relating, and moving forward. I draw from evidence-based modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Adlerian Therapy, and Child-Centered Play Therapy. By integrating these approaches, I help clients develop practical coping skills, increase self-awareness, strengthen relationships, process difficult experiences, and build resilience. I believe that every individual and family possesses inherent strengths, and I am committed to helping clients recognize those strengths, overcome obstacles, and create lasting positive change. As a lifelong learner, I remain dedicated to staying informed about the latest research and best practices to provide high-quality, effective care.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families who are ready to begin the healing process and make meaningful changes in their lives. They may be experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, or life transitions, and are motivated to better understand themselves and develop healthier ways of coping and connecting with others. I work best with clients who value a collaborative therapeutic relationship and are willing to actively engage in the counseling process. While no one comes to therapy with all the answers, clients who are open to self-reflection, honest communication, and exploring new perspectives often experience the greatest growth. Together, we identify goals, build on existing strengths, and create practical strategies for lasting change. My ideal clients understand that healing is a process that takes time, patience, and effort. They are willing to discuss difficult topics when they feel ready, receive feedback with curiosity, and participate actively in sessions. Whether they are seeking support for themselves, their relationship, or their family, they are committed to working together to create positive change and move toward a more fulfilling life.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based approach that focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT helps clients understand how their thinking patterns influence the way they feel and respond to life's challenges, while providing practical tools for creating meaningful change. In therapy, I use CBT to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns, beliefs, and behaviors that may be contributing to anxiety, depression, stress, trauma-related symptoms, or other difficulties. Together, we explore how these patterns developed, how they impact daily functioning, and whether they continue to serve the client's goals and well-being. Through a collaborative process, clients learn to recognize automatic thoughts, challenge cognitive distortions, and develop more balanced and realistic ways of thinking. I also help clients build coping skills, strengthen emotional regulation, improve problem-solving abilities, and practice behavioral strategies that support growth and resilience. My approach to CBT is individualized and strengths-based. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, I work with clients to understand their unique experiences, identify their strengths, and apply practical skills that can be used both inside and outside of therapy. By increasing awareness of the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, clients are empowered to make intentional changes that support lasting emotional health and overall well-being.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach that helps clients build skills to manage intense emotions, improve relationships, tolerate distress, and create a greater sense of balance and control in their lives. I use DBT to help clients understand that two things can be true at the same time: their experiences and emotions are valid, and they can also learn new skills and make changes that support their well-being. In therapy, I use DBT to help clients develop greater awareness of their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors while learning practical tools for responding to life's challenges. Together, we explore patterns that may be contributing to distress and practice skills in four key areas: * **Mindfulness:** Developing awareness of the present moment, increasing self-understanding, and learning to observe thoughts and emotions without judgment. * **Emotion Regulation:** Building skills to identify, understand, and manage intense emotions while increasing the ability to respond rather than react. * **Distress Tolerance:** Learning healthy ways to cope with painful emotions, difficult situations, and moments of crisis without engaging in behaviors that may create additional harm. * **Interpersonal Effectiveness:** Strengthening communication skills, setting healthy boundaries, expressing needs, and improving relationships. My approach to DBT is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. I help clients practice skills that can be applied in real-life situations, while also exploring the deeper experiences and patterns that influence their emotions and behaviors. I believe healing involves both acceptance and growth—honoring where clients are while supporting them in moving toward the life and relationships they want to build. I integrate DBT with other evidence-based approaches, including trauma-informed care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and family systems perspectives, to support clients in developing resilience, emotional balance, and lasting change.
Gender-affirming therapy
A gender-affirming approach in therapy means creating a space where clients feel respected, valued, and supported in exploring and expressing their authentic selves. I believe every person deserves to be seen and understood as a whole individual, including their identity, lived experiences, relationships, and personal journey. In therapy, I use a gender-affirming approach by honoring each client's self-identified name, pronouns, and personal understanding of their gender identity and expression. I recognize that each person's experience is unique and that clients may be at different stages of exploration, understanding, or affirmation of their identity. Together, we explore the experiences, emotions, relationships, and challenges that may impact a client's well-being. This may include navigating identity development, family dynamics, social experiences, discrimination, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-acceptance, or life transitions. I work collaboratively with clients to identify their goals, strengthen resilience, and develop coping strategies that support authenticity and emotional well-being. My approach is grounded in compassion, respect, and curiosity. I do not view a person's identity as something to be changed or corrected; rather, I support clients in understanding themselves, building confidence, and creating a life aligned with their values. When appropriate, I also support families and loved ones in developing greater understanding, communication, and acceptance. I integrate a gender-affirming approach with other evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), trauma-informed care, and family systems approaches. My goal is to provide a safe, collaborative environment where clients feel empowered to explore who they are and move toward greater connection, self-acceptance, and well-being.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an evidence-based, compassionate approach that helps clients better understand themselves by exploring the different thoughts, emotions, and internal experiences that influence how they respond to life. IFS is based on the belief that all people have different “parts” of themselves that develop to help them cope, protect, and navigate their experiences. In therapy, I use IFS to help clients develop greater self-awareness and compassion by exploring the different parts of themselves that may show up in daily life. For example, clients may notice parts that feel anxious, overwhelmed, angry, critical, perfectionistic, avoidant, or protective. Rather than viewing these parts as problems to eliminate, we approach them with curiosity and understanding to learn what they are trying to communicate and what they may need. Together, we work toward strengthening a client's connection with their core Self—the part of them associated with compassion, confidence, curiosity, and calm. Through this process, clients can begin to understand how past experiences, relationships, and protective coping patterns have shaped their beliefs and behaviors. I use IFS to support clients in healing from trauma, managing difficult emotions, improving relationships, increasing self-compassion, and creating greater internal balance. This approach can be especially helpful for clients who feel conflicted within themselves, struggle with self-criticism, experience emotional overwhelm, or want to better understand the patterns that influence their choices. My approach to IFS is collaborative, trauma-informed, and paced according to each client's readiness. I believe healing occurs when clients feel safe enough to explore their experiences with compassion rather than judgment. By building a stronger relationship with all parts of themselves, clients can develop new perspectives, access their strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change.