About Jen

I was ten when I first experienced the power of healing through connection, and what it felt like to be present with people experiencing the same. I didn’t know what it was then, I only knew how safe and joyful it felt. It was another eleven years before I would experience it again. I knew then I wanted to remain on that path, and to be part of helping others have this experience, too.

I’ve had my own winding road working through trauma, grief, and life’s challenges. I think it’s one reason people are drawn to working with me. I’m relatable, genuinely present, and authentic in my work. I believe the most effective therapists “do the work” themselves.

I hold a masters degree with a minor in Deafness Rehab from NIU (go huskies!). Since 2000, I’ve held multiple clinical roles working across several clinical settings including behavioral health hospital PHP/IOP programs, chiropractic clinics and healing centers, and in the mental health line working with veterans at Hines VA. I’ve been in private practice since 2020.

Some of my accomplishments include becoming a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Licensed Clinical Massage Therapist (LCMT), and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). Among 25+ years of continuing education, I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) through EMDRIA, and Heart Centered Hypnotherapy. I am currently working toward becoming a certified PBSP (Pesso Boyden System Psychomotor) therapist.

Where mind and body meet true healing begins.

Trauma is not just stored in the mind—it lives in the body. Unresolved experiences often linger as tension, pain, or patterns in the nervous system that talking alone cannot release. This is why somatic therapy, or working with the body, is such a vital part of the healing process. Graduating as a Licensed Clinical Massage Therapist and energy worker, I bring a unique depth of understanding to how the body holds trauma and how to safely restore balance. This background enhances my work as a trauma therapist, allowing me to integrate both clinical skill and body-based wisdom so clients can experience true, lasting healing from the inside out.

When not working, I love to spend my time with those I love (including my dogs and cats), dancing, attending theatre/musical events, and traveling. A few of my favorite destinations include Sicily, Exuma, and (pictured above) Capilla del Monte, Cordoba, Argentina.

Capone and Bo, my boys. They might be in session with us from time to time. They are trained, loving, and sweet. They are wonderful co-regulators. Please advise if you have pet allergies.

My Approach

Healing is more than treating symptoms—it’s about restoring balance to your whole self: mind, body, and spirit. My approach integrates trauma-informed care, body-based therapies, and compassionate counseling to help you heal at the deepest level.

🌱 Holistic Healing (Mind–Body–Spirit)

True healing happens when we address the nervous system, the emotions, the mind, and the spirit together. Drawing on my 20+ years as a Licensed Clinical Massage Therapist and energy worker, I weave somatic therapy and mind-body practices into counseling to support deep, lasting change.

🌎 Trauma-Informed and Compassionate

Trauma and grief can leave us feeling broken or “stuck.” My role is not to “fix” you, but to help uncover and release the burdens you carry so your natural wholeness can shine through. I use a nonjudgmental, compassionate approach that honors your pace, your story, and your strengths.

🧬 Breaking Intergenerational Patterns

I specialize in working with developmental and intergenerational trauma. Many struggles—addiction, anxiety, unhealthy patterns—are rooted in unresolved grief and trauma. Together, we’ll bring awareness and healing not only for you, but also for future generations.

✨ Integrative Modalities

Depending on your needs, I may draw from:

EMDR Therapy for processing trauma and PTSD
Somatic Therapy for nervous system regulation and body-based healing
PBSP (Pesso Boyden System Psychomotor) for repairing unmet childhood needs
Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy for uncovering and transforming root causes
Grief Counseling for navigating loss and rebuilding hope

💜 A Collaborative Journey

Every person is unique, and so is every healing journey. My role is to walk alongside you with respect, care, and clinical expertise, creating a safe space for transformation. Together, we’ll uncover what’s holding you back and open the door to growth, freedom, and resilience.