My name is Jess, I have experience working with adults, teens, children & families. My specialties are treating trauma related disorders, issues related to adjustment, emotional & behavioral regulation, grief/loss, attachment and foster care/adoption. I also specialize in treating anxiety and depression. I am trained & certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Therapy (EMDR). I utilize Psychodynamic, Emotion Focused, & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools and techniques to help clients recognize, accept, and cope with feelings generated by their past and present experiences. My approach to counseling is person-centered. I acknowledge and understand that there are inherent feelings of discomfort that come with vulnerability. Which is why I value the process of building rapport, establishing trust and forming a secure attachment within the therapeutic alliance. I encourage my clients to challenge themselves within the safety of our therapeutic alliance to practice & gain comfort with direct communication, boundary setting, and self advocacy. I invite you to consider "therapeutic fit" in your search for a therapist. I am accepting new clients and encourage you to fill out a contact form if you feel like I could be a good fit for you, your child and/or teen I look forward to connecting!