Clinical Director & Teen Specialist
MEET JEN
Jen, LMFT
“I know therapy can feel awkward at first — especially if you are here because a parent or school counselor suggested it. I don't expect you to walk in ready to tell me everything. We start where you are and figure out together what would actually make this useful.”
SESSION EXPERIENCE
WHAT IT IS LIKE TO WORK WITH ME
My style is straightforward, warm, and collaborative. I don't sit in silence nodding with a clipboard, and I don't talk down to teens. We look at the actual patterns getting in your way — whether that's anxiety, feeling overwhelmed by expectations, or constant conflict at home — and find realistic ways to make life feel more manageable.
I WORK ESPECIALLY WELL WITH TEENS WHO…
Teens who feel overwhelmed by academic or sports pressure and secretly fear failing.
Teens who shut down, pull away, or get irritable when parents ask how they are doing.
Teens dealing with panic attacks, chronic worry, or high self-criticism.
Parents looking for clear, thoughtful guidance without feeling judged or excluded.
CLINICAL FOCUS
AREAS I HELP WITH
CARE MODALITIES
SERVICES I PROVIDE
THERAPEUTIC APPROACH
HOW I WORK
I lead with the person in front of me rather than a rigid clinical script. Depending on what your teen needs, I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and relational family systems. We focus on practical coping tools, emotional regulation, and communication shifts that make an immediate difference at home and school.
Evidence-Informed Modalities Drawn Upon:
BEHIND THE WORK
A LITTLE ABOUT ME
- •Born and raised in Northern California with a deep appreciation for the unique academic and social pressures local teens navigate.
- •Avid hiker around Lake Natoma and the American River trails.
- •Passionate about coffee, true crime podcasts, and rescue dogs.
VERIFIED BACKGROUND
CREDENTIALS & TRAINING
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #118492)
- M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Sacramento State University
- Specialized training in Adolescent Relational Therapy & CBT for Anxiety
- Member of California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
EXPLORE ALTERNATIVE FITS
NOT SURE THIS IS THE RIGHT FIT?
Daniel, LMFT
Teen & Young Adult Specialist
Relaxed, authentic, and perceptive — connects naturally with male teens, ADHD brains, and teens skeptical of therapy.
Sara, AMCC
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
Empathetic, creative, and gentle — creates deep safety for sensitive teens, social anxiety, and emotional overwhelm.
THINK WE MIGHT BE A GOOD FIT?
Start with a conversation. You do not have to decide everything before reaching out.