I am a clinical social worker with 15+ years of experience . I received my masters degree from the University of New England, with a clinical focus is in the area of trauma / complex trauma, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ( this can include emotional, physical & sexual abuse). In addition to my trauma background, I have worked with a variety of individuals struggling with mood disorders ( anxiety / depression ), ADD/ADHD, grief & loss, divorce, parenting & co parenting, self confidence & relational challenges.
I believe in creating a safe & empathetic environment that fosters relationship and connection with my clients. Providing you with an integrated treatment approach, that supports exploration & restoration of a sense of self, emotional well being & safety, & trust in one’s daily experiences & relationships. We will work collaboratively to facilitate your personal growth & journey forward.
My individualized & strength based approach incorporates a variety of therapeutic modalities & interventions. The therapeutic modalities & interventions I use include , affect regulation techniques, mind- body work, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive behavioral therapy, and the integration of therapeutic art techniques.
I have day, evening, & weekend hours available .
Feel free to reach out with additional questions .
“ You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending .”
C.S. Lewis
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MA LICSW 116254
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Jennifer is a professional, engaging and caring therapist. Jennifer has helped me immensely and I’m in a much happier and better place in life thanks to her help.
Written on Jun 27, 2022 after therapy with Jennifer for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Love her
Written on Jun 10, 2022 after therapy with Jennifer for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
Jennifer has helped me so much! I had never seen a therapist or been to therapy prior to joining BetterHelp. Jennifer made me feel so comfortable right from the beginning, and she has given me so many tools to better cope with my day to day life and my emotions. I really enjoy working with her!
Written on May 09, 2022 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, coping with life changes, anger management, and parenting issues
If you need to be completely comfortable being consciously and compassionately listened to and need to have consider and copious encouragement and expert advise mixed with pleasant personality and humor- Jennifer is your therapist!
Written on Mar 22, 2022 after therapy with Jennifer for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders
Jennifer is a completely amazing professional. Supportive, personable, unjudgmental, provides clear, do-able strategies to deconstruct a problem and help work towards solutions.
Written on Mar 20, 2022 after therapy with Jennifer for 4 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
Very good at listening and I’ve found her insights very helpful
Written on Feb 18, 2022 after therapy with Jennifer for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and sleeping disorders