Hi, I'm Jennifer, a licensed professional counselor in the state of Missouri with over seven years of experience working with adults diagnosed with anxiety disorders, PTSD, and navigating grief and loss. Throughout my professional experience, I've taught weekly classes and lead groups on self-esteem, coping skills, DBT skills, and mindfulness tools. While facilitating groups, I learned how powerful art is as an outlet for therapeutic expression and began implementing this modality with both groups and individuals in my practice. I began utilizing EMDR in 2021 when I saw how helpful this evidenced-based treatment was in relieving symptoms of PTSD. My interest and specialization in grief grew out of working with clients throughout the covid-19 pandemic. During this time, I saw the many forms grief and loss take in our lives and was inspired to help others heal, find meaning, and integrate new ways forward while honoring and remembering loss. Finally, I infuse much of my work with mindfulness-based practices because I believe tuning in and tending to our personal experience is an important component for mental health and engagement with life. It is my passion to join with clients on their journeys and witness what therapy can do. 

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When I'm not sitting with clients, I enjoy spending time outside biking KC's trails or paddle boarding, cuddling my kitties, tending to (or purchasing more) plants for my indoor garden, and engaging in creative activities. ​

 

Finding the right therapist for you is important. If you think we might be a good fit, contact me below. I'm excited to begin working with you!