Hello, I am glad you are here! I believe that our moments of greatest struggle can also hold the most potential for growth and self-discovery. The struggles we face are an invitation from ourselves to deepen and grow. I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive place in which you can begin to explore what is causing distress in your life. Together we can illuminate your unique strengths and pave a path toward greater self-understanding and ease.
I am fascinated by people and relationships. Since 2003 I have been treating both adults and children in a variety of settings. I have an MS in Counseling from California State University East Bay, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist both in California (MFC# 46172) and in Vermont (100.0116919). I believe that we all deserve compassion and support as we navigate our path to greater understanding of ourselves and our loved ones. As the parent of a special needs child, I am continually humbled by the ways this role challenges me to work and grow personally each day.
I currently offer counseling and psychotherapy services for individual adults, couples, and teens who are struggling with a variety of concerns. I offer specialized services for perinatal women and for families with children age 0-5. Understanding the profound importance of this period, I have spent the last 15 years studying how to best support early parent-child relationships. I utilize a combination of attachment focused, client-centered, strength-based, and solution-focused modalities to support these goals. I invite you to reach out directly in order to gain a better sense of who I am and the work that I do with my clients. I would be honored to join you in the process of healing and deepening self-knowledge.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fertility Issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Sexuality
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
VT LMFT 100.0116919
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Jennifer has been great since the first session. She really listened and focused on my primary concerns. She went above and beyond regarding duration of our session; no rush at the end. She addressed my main concerns very effectively from the beginning, and she asked smart questions, provided insightful comments as expected, no "low-yield talk", and she continued to listen carefully always using mirroring techniques and empathy. Thank you for all that you do, Jennifer!
Written on Oct 22, 2023 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning intimacy-related issues
Jennifer is culturally responsive and compassionate. Yet, she helps me stay accountable with what needs work.
Written on Sep 10, 2023 after therapy with Jennifer for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and
Jennifer is an excellent therapist. I will stay with her as long as I can.
Written on Sep 01, 2023 after therapy with Jennifer for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and anger management
Jennifer has been great. She’s provided me ways to address and handles all areas of my life.
Written on Aug 19, 2023 after therapy with Jennifer for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Jennifer is kind, intelligent, and well-versed in therapeutic techniques that are engaging and reap massive rewards. I cannot say enough about how she has helped me grow in our year working together. I highly recommend her.
Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with Jennifer for 9 months on issues concerning addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
Jennifer is a deeply thoughtful and kind therapist who facilitates a calm and accepting space to engage. I fully trust her expertise and it is clear that she is able to draw from a range of theoretical perspectives. She is perceptive and attentive to the nuances “in the room “ which helps to make the most out of the therapy relationship. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with Jennifer.
Written on Feb 22, 2023 after therapy with Jennifer for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes