LCSW, 5 years of experience
Hi, I’m Jenny! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. I’ve had the privilege of working with people of all ages, but I especially enjoy helping adults navigate the ups and downs of life. My background includes working in community agencies, private practice, and with military families, which has given me a wide range of experience with challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, and self-esteem struggles. As a military spouse myself, I understand firsthand how stressful transitions, deployments, and constant changes can feel. I bring that personal perspective into my work, along with specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
In our first session, we’ll take time to get to know each other and talk about what brought you to therapy. I’ll ask some open-ended questions about your background, current challenges, and what you’re hoping to get out of this process. We’ll also go over confidentiality and make sure you feel safe, supported, and heard. You’re welcome to ask me any questions along the way, and by the end of the session, we’ll have a clearer idea of your goals and how we can work together to reach them. It’s all about creating a space that feels comfortable and focused on what matters most to you.
One of my biggest strengths as a therapist is creating a space where you feel safe, heard, and truly understood. I bring warmth, empathy, and genuine curiosity to every session, and I’m passionate about helping people work through anxiety, trauma, identity questions, and life transitions. I also know what it’s like to face hard things—I’ve done my own healing work, and that helps me connect with clients on a real level. I’m good at breaking things down into manageable steps so you don’t feel overwhelmed, and I’ll help you build on your strengths to make meaningful, lasting change.
I work best with adults who are ready to make a change, even if they’re not quite sure what that change looks like yet. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. Some are navigating big life transitions—becoming a parent, moving due to military life, starting a new career, or facing relationship stress. Others are carrying the weight of past trauma and are ready to start healing so they can feel more present and connected in their lives. My clients don’t have to have it all figured out—I don’t expect you to show up with answers. What matters most is a willingness to show up for yourself and be open to the process. I’m here to walk alongside you, help you untangle what feels heavy, and support you in building healthier ways of coping, relating, and moving forward.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is my primary focus. I find it particularly effective for addressing issues like anxiety, depression, and stress. Through CBT, we’ll explore the connections between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, equipping you with practical tools to challenge negative patterns and foster a more positive outlook.
CPT is a structured, evidence-based therapy specifically designed to help individuals dealing with trauma and PTSD. It focuses on how traumatic experiences impact thoughts and feelings, and aims to challenge and modify unhelpful beliefs that may arise as a result of those experiences. CPT is an empowering journey that not only addresses the aftermath of trauma but also helps you build a stronger sense of self. I’m here to support you every step of the way.
EMDR is a dynamic therapy designed to help individuals process and heal from trauma and distressing memories. It’s an effective approach that uses bilateral stimulation—often through guided eye movements—to help rewire how memories are stored in the brain. EMDR can be a transformative experience, helping you not just cope with trauma but thrive beyond it. I’m here to support you on this journey towards healing and resilience!
TF-CBT is a specialized, evidence-based treatment designed to help children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. It combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with trauma-sensitive interventions to support emotional healing and resilience. TF-CBT is designed to empower children and their families, helping them move forward with strength and resilience. I’m here to support your family on this journey toward healing!