I grew up in the Midwest and am an Iowa Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I love nature, I ride a motorcycle and live life to the fullest. I have great kids/grandchildren, and 2 dogs that I adore. I have extensive working knowledge and experience working with children, families, individuals and couples in a variety of scopes. I have a specialization in forensic populations which ties my criminal justice degrees to therapy track as well.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, depressed or maybe stuck and having issues on where life leads you next, I can assist with that! I encourage the use of meditation apps, mindfulness techniques and grounding techniques to help individuals to become calm, centered and relaxed. I cater to a person centered approach (not a one size fits all mentality) I fully encourage meeting the client where they are in life, according to their current needs. I use CBT techniques to tie behaviors and thoughts to produce meaningful change for my clients- let's do in session and out of session activities and homework! Want to be in nature or want to focus on fitness, lets walk together during your session (environmental therapy is FUN). I have worked at great lengths with my clients to teach assertive communication skills, setting boundaries and how to build healthy and happy relationships. I am solution focused, but also be prepared to be challenged and redirected to get you out of your comfort zones. I can assist with job searches, and seeking resources in the community to ensure that my clients have needs met in their personal lives as well.
I look forward to working with you, please do not hesitate to reach out and schedule your appointment today! I am currently offering Tuesday 9 am to 6 PM MST (i.e. 11 AM to 8 PM CST) appointments, and occasionally Thursday appointments as needed.
Jen
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Blended Family Issues, Chronic pain illness and disability, Codependency, Communication problems, Dependent Personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Family Problems, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
IA LMHC 088127
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Jenny Armstrong. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Jenny helps me really walk through my feelings and helps me see core issues. She is very fair and impartial in couples therapy. She is a tremendous help to sort out anything.
Written on May 01, 2024 after therapy with Jenny for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and eating disorders
My therapist is amazing. She didn't give up on me even though it took a whole year to open up. She's been amazing in my ever changing and chaotic life. I've recommended better help to so many people.
Written on Aug 04, 2023 after therapy with Jenny for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very helpful. She listens to my problems and helps provide me tools to manage them. Very personable.
Written on Jan 14, 2023 after therapy with Jenny for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She's awesome she helps me ground myself and is patient with me and she don't take no for an answer
Written on Nov 12, 2022 after therapy with Jenny for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Supportive, knowledgeable, good resources and ideas
Written on Sep 28, 2022 after therapy with Jenny for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, and compassion fatigue
jenny rocks. best therapist i’ve ever had, and i’ve had a lot.
Written on Mar 29, 2022 after therapy with Jenny for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem