A Guide to Experimental Healing

Hello, I'm Jen.

Educational and Professional Background

My journey has included formal education in a variety of modalities, including studies at the Spirituality Mind Body Institute at Columbia University and Meridian University in the Master’s program in Counseling Psychology. I am certified and trained in the following modalities, and have worked in private practice with clients across the country and around the world using these approaches:

Internal Family Systems Practitioner (IFS):

IFS is a therapeutic method focusing on understanding the concept of "Self" and the various "parts" that exist within an individual that can represent different feelings, reactions, or responses towards both themselves and others. This framework facilitates healing by engaging with these parts compassionately, ultimately helping individuals connect more deeply with themselves. By reframing statements such as "I am angry" to "A part of me is angry," IFS highlights the protective intent of these parts. The goal is to understand, befriend, and integrate these parts as valuable resources, fostering self-awarenessand emotional balance. Read more about the IFS methodology here.

Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP):

This approach focuses on addressing trauma by working with the body's physiology. As a general overview, it aims to help individuals develop a greater sense of body awareness and release trauma-related energy stored in the body. The best use of SEP is in gently guiding clients to reconnect with their bodily sensations, improving their ability to process and heal from traumatic experiences. By doing so, clients can find relief from stress and develop more effective coping mechanisms. Read more about SEP here.

Hakomi Somatic Psychotherapy Practitioner:

Rooted in mindfulness, Hakomi emphasizes the importance of being present in the therapeutic process. Utilizing gentle, mindful awareness, individuals can access deep-seated beliefs and patterns often stored within the body. This method supports transformative change by creating a safe, conscious space to explore one's inner experiences. Hakomi is best used to help clients cultivate self-awareness and insight, empowering them to bring subconscious material into conscious awareness, leading to profound personal growth. Read more about Hakomi here.

Dynamic Attachment Repatterning Experience (DARe) Practitioner:

DARe training provides a sound theoretical understanding of both early childhood and adult attachment. But it moves beyond theoretical concepts to give both novice and experienced practitioners skills, strategies and corrective exercises that improve communication, deepen intimacy and help heal early attachment wounds for any relationship. Read more about DARe here.

Trauma Informed Stabilization Technique (TIST) Practitioner:

In TIST, we work with the ‘living legacy of trauma:’ the emotional and somatic memories held by young parts of the self and experienced as here-and-now reality by our clients. Using the Structural Dissociation model as a map, we ask clients to use the prefrontal cortex or observing brain to notice distressing emotions or negative thoughts as communications from parts and. They are taught to observe rather than suppress or react to these communications and to be interested in the parts rather than rejecting of them. Read more about TIST here.

Certifications

My immersion in these various modalities has given me a breadth of experience to support others on their own different personal healing journeys. I have accumulated hundreds of hours of supervision and mentorship to develop and deepen my skills, and since 2018 have worked in private practice with clients across the country and around the world.

Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP)
Internal Family Systems Practitioner (IFS)
Hakomi Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy
Dynamic Attachment Re-patterning experience Provider (DARe)
Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment Certified Provider (TIST)
Healing Shame Practitioner (HSP)

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PRESS & FEATURES

The Power of Single Sessions: Finding Clarity in One Meeting

In the world of therapy and coaching, single sessions can hold a unique and transformative power. These concentrated encounters have the potential to catalyze significant personal breakthroughs, offering greater clarity, hope, and momentum precisely when you need it most. While many believe that profound healing requires extensive ongoing sessions, I have seen clients experience deep, meaningful change in just one meeting.

One of the reasons I provide the option of a single session is that my clients decide what they need, not me. From the very beginning, I aim to create an environment where a client’s body, mind, and intuition lead the way, and my role is simply to facilitate a safe space for listening to those signals.

Coaching or Therapy?

I work with clients as a practitioner and coach. While I have trained alongside therapists and have certifications in multiple modalities used by therapists, a licensed therapist is required to work within a particular state or location. I wanted the freedom and flexibility to work with clients in any state and across the world. Because of this, I chose the non-licensed path as it aligned with my values and goals.

Therapists also use a medical model and are able to diagnose and treat. I use a support model to accompany you on your journey. While I use many of the same practices in our conversations, my approach is built on a foundation of equality. You’re responsible for your own growth and transformation, because you’re capable of it! I am here to walk alongside you and provide a courageous space where we gently explore the thoughts, feelings, and experiences that could be holding you back in life.