Hello! I'll get right to the point - these are the main issues I work with: 1. OCD, PTSD, and C-PTSD. i.e. rumination, overthinking, repetitive, unwanted, or intrusive thoughts, mental compulsions, fantasy/maladaptive daydreaming, asking questions like "What if?" and hyperfocusing on the stuff that keeps you up at night. 2. CODEPENDENCY. i.e. people pleasing, inability to say no, fear of upsetting others, lack of assertiveness, chronic feelings of obligation, poor boundaries, toxic relationships. 3. PERSONALITY CONCERNS. i.e. lack of purpose/identity, low motivation, depersonalization, failing coping skills, thinking, "No one understands me," or wondering, "Is there something wrong with me?" Do any of these describe you or your situation? If so, I'd love to meet you and talk about how we can work together to overcome your struggles. Feel free to browse through my profile and if you feel so inclined, make an appointment so we can work toward restoring balance to your world again.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Finding a therapist is like dating: There has to be chemistry! I want to be matched with the right person too, so I only list specialties in which I am knowledgeable. If you see something listed on my profile, then I have a combination of experience, research, and/or formal training in that specialty. If you do not see it on my profile, then we are not a good match. In our first session, I will spend the first half addressing your concerns, and the second half explaining which approach I think may help you the most, as well as the rationale behind the approach. I will also answer any questions you have for me.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
There is a big difference between going to therapy to feel better, and going to therapy to actually get better. You are coming to therapy because you have tried to figure things out on your own, but you don't have the answers. So I believe it makes sense to "front load" your sessions with psychoeducation. I use a teaching approach to help you fully understand the what, why, and how behind your patterns. I often provide examples through the use of illustrations, including self-disclosure, to help your emotional brain understand what your intellect already knows.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work with individual adults only (18+). I do not work with minors, couples, or families. Please be sure to complete the Intake Form before our first appointment. Failure to do so will require us to spend our first session completing it together.
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
ERP is just one method I use to treat OCD. Other techniques I use include Inference Based CBT, as well as various personality-focused methods to work on your "feared possible self," a common underlying issue in OCD. I have found that working on boundaries and reframing one's personal standards also helps with issues of perfectionism and rigidity in both OCD and OCPD.
Psychodynamic
My psychodynamic approach is primarily based on the Masterson Approach to treating personality disorders, which relies heavily on object relations theory to help people understand their own behavior patterns in relationships. The Masterson Approach is helpful for those who are struggling with a personality disorder, as well as those who are relating to someone else who may have a personality disorder.
Experiential Therapy
I am a Registered Drama Therapist (RDT) with the North American Drama Therapy Association. I enjoy using Role Theory in my work with issues of identity/self (similar to IFS, but much more robust). While drama therapy offers less options in a telehealth format, there is still plenty we can do, such as analyzing interpersonal conflict using the Karpman Drama Triangle, or doing psychodrama exercises which are modified for telehealth. Psychodrama offers the deepest possible approach I offer beyond talk therapy: it is a type of relational therapy that involves actually experiencing your emotions and perspectives, instead of just talking about them.
Integrative
While I do have a clear structure to my work, I will often borrow from several other approaches (in addition to what is listed here) to maximize the work we are doing. For example, I may assign homework to improve your sleep while we work directly on your main mental health concern. I may integrate principles from Jungian therapy, such as dream interpretation, to enhance the main technique we are using for your particular situation. I might also include an awareness about how nutrition or hormonal changes during menopause can affect your symptoms. These are just some examples of the many "add-ons" that I may integrate into your treatment for a more holistic approach.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Most of my CBT work focuses on cognitive reframing and refocusing strategies, particularly with regard to seeing boundaries differently (both your own and those of others). CBT is perfect if we're going for a more short term course of therapy, or we're equipping you with psychoeducation so that you have a framework to tackle deeper work. I am also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, the gold standard in treating insomnia from a behavioral perspective.
9 ratings with written reviews
July 7, 2025
Jeniffer really helped me with my OCD and PTSD.. I was struggling with very obsessive thoughts when I met her. I was in a very dark place and she helped me with so many strategies and solutions. She is a great therapist. She listens to ME and knows what she is talking about. I’m thankful for her. She has taught me a lot about myself and the importance of having boundaries in my life which was a game changer for me. She is great and I highly recommend her. God bless her for her amazing work.
May 30, 2025
This was my first visit and the therapy modality that she introduced seems more empowering than the traditional “tell me how you feel” or “tell me what happened to you” kind of therapy. The way she describes it is like, I’ll be able to see my emotions but not be overpowered by them. I’m hopeful
May 1, 2025
Jennifer really makes me feel seen and is easy to talk to. I enjoy our conversations and growing with her, I’m looking forward to what the future holds with these things I’m learning. I really appreciate her lessons in boundaries; thank you, Jennifer!