I’m Jared, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the intersection of high-performance or achievement and authentic identity. To the outside world, you may appear to "have it all together," yet internally, you may be battling the exhaustion of burnout or the weight of expectations that have stripped the joy from your relationships. I provide a supportive, objective space to help you navigate these pressures. You are the expert on your life; my role is to provide the clinical strategy and partnership to help you reclaim your peace and thrive—both personally and professionally. I believe fundamentally that you already have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you - and they may not be limited to the first ones that come to mind.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Our first session is a high-level diagnostic and collaborative conversation. We will move beyond the surface to identify the specific stressors and systemic pressures bringing you to therapy. Think of this as the "strategy phase" where we establish your objectives, identify immediate pain points, and begin framing a roadmap for your growth.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My approach is rooted in unfiltered authenticity. In a world where high-performers and LGBTQIA+ individuals often feel forced to wear various masks, I offer a space where you can finally take yours off. I combine 20 years of clinical experience with a direct, genuine style that values trust, genuineness, and transparency above all else. I believe that the therapeutic process should be human, not clinical—which means I’m not afraid to leverage the healing power of humor to navigate even the most complex transitions. It's a joy for me to watch my clients unlock their own potential for growth. You are NOT alone, and it is my privilege to be here to support and empower you on your journey.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am best positioned to serve high-performers, carers, and LGBTQIA+ individuals who are ready to do the deep work of identity integration. Whether you are struggling with the "perfectionism trap," facing the specialized burnout common to first responders and healthcare professionals, or navigating the complexities of living authentically at home and at work, I understand your world. I focus on the whole-human perspective: helping you align your public persona with your private truths. We won’t just focus on symptoms or labels; we will mobilize your inherent strengths to help you live a life that is as authentic as it is impactful.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a kind of talk therapy that helps people understand how their thoughts, feelings, and actions are connected. The basic idea is: What you think affects how you feel, and how you feel affects what you do. So if you can change your thinking patterns, you can change your emotions and behaviors — and start feeling better. CBT helps you see your thoughts as just thoughts, not facts. By learning to question and adjust them, you gain more control over how you feel and act — which can reduce anxiety, depression, and other emotional struggles over time.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational interviewing is another approach that makes its way into much of my work with individuals in particular. The goal of motivational interviewing is to use an empathic approach to help people confront motivations for their choices that may not be immediately apparent in a way that empowers the person to understand they have the power to change.
Strength-Based
As a social worker by background, I am trained to use a strengths-based, person-in-environment approach. Put simply - by the time most folks get to therapy, the weight of whatever is "wrong" can feel so suffocating that they forget or ignore that SOME things are still "right!" The strengths-based approach helps redirect people to start from existing strengths and build new skills from there, rather than to dwell on the deficits they have.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Dialectics refers to the concept that two opposite things can both be true simultaneously. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a kind of talk therapy that helps people manage strong emotions and improve relationships. DBT focuses on four key skill areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT helps people accept themselves as they are while also working to change what’s not serving them well. That balance — between acceptance and change — is what makes DBT so powerful and practical.
Interpersonal
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) is a structured, short-term form of talk therapy that operates on a simple but powerful idea: our moods and our mental health are deeply connected to the relationships, connections and social roles in our lives. Think of it this way: when things are going well in your relationships, your mood is generally better. When you have a lot of conflict or feel isolated, your mood can suffer. IPT focuses on solving those current relationship problems as a way to relieve psychological symptoms, like depression or anxiety.
3 ratings with written reviews
January 20, 2026
Jared is a talented & seasoned clinician who is easy to talk to. I've experienced him to be curious an empathetic, thoughtful & challenging, supportive & empowering. He's been an excellent collaborator for me to work with, respecting my agency, as I articulate concerns & desired focus for our work, while he highlights potential areas to explore or address in pursuit of the goals we have identified. He is warm, kindhearted, & funny, all of which helps him aid a sometimes difficult process.
July 10, 2025
Just finished my first session with Jared and I’m feeling like he saw me. He was kind and thoughtful in how he listened and allowed me to process what it was I needed to say. I was hoping he would be warm and easy to talk to which he was, but he also effortlessly directed the conversation all the while allowing me to speak as plainly or eloquently as I needed. The whole thing felt safe and casual while addressing the nuances with poignancy, insight, and reverence.
June 4, 2025
Definitely feel comfortable with him. Looking forward to continuing the journey. My partner and I felt heard, respected, and we have a clear path for next steps which is very valuable to us. We feel like things were both accomplished and planned.