LMFT, 19 years of experience
Welcome! I’m Jenni Carlsen, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in the Bay Area in California. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and have a passion for helping adults overcome anxiety and depression. My approach is personalized and rooted in the latest research, designed to help you gain the tools and confidence to face life’s challenges. I appreciate you taking the time to learn more about my services and how I can assist in your journey to mental health. In addition to CBT and DBT, I integrate Gestalt and Humanistic-based approaches to foster self-awareness, self-acceptance, and authentic connections. This holistic perspective allows for deep healing and personal growth, ensuring that therapy is tailored to the unique needs of each client. Whether working with individuals seeking personal growth or couples striving for healthier communication and stronger relationships, I believe that a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and goals is essential. Through the development of collaborative goals, I will work alongside you to develop practical strategies for change while also nurturing inner strength and resilience.
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, and I will answer any questions you have about my credentials and background. We will then explore your hopes for therapy and any specific challenges you're facing. Together we will create a treatment plan that addresses your needs.
Empathy and compassion drive my work and I feel my years of experience have contributed to my knowledge of specific interventions and resources for a wide variety of mental health challenges.
I work with adolescents, adults and couples. If you are feeling stuck or overwhelmed, I am here to support you.
CBT is an highly effective and evidenced-based approach for managing mood and anxiety disorders.
I use a wide variety of approaches with couples, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Institute's approach to couple's work.
I am trained to use CPT and TF-CBT as evidenced based approaches to symptoms related to past traumatic experiences.
In therapy, a humanistic approach focuses on creating a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and valued. The therapist works collaboratively with clients to explore their experiences, develop self-awareness, and strengthen their ability to make authentic choices. This approach emphasizes personal growth, self-acceptance, and the belief that every individual has the inner capacity for positive change.
I am also trained in the Unified Protocol, which is a modern approach and targets common emotional experiences that bring many clients to therapy.
3 ratings with written reviews
July 30, 2025
I read Jennis Bio about her and felt I can relate to her. That feeling proved to be correct. Jenni took away how nervous I felt and listened. I am a chatter box and gave out a lot to Jenni, she listened to it all, remembered it all and I felt heard.
April 15, 2025
Understanding the background and theory really helps. She is fantastic with that
March 26, 2025
We look forward to meeting with you. Thank you!