Therapists in Killingworth, CT

Hey there! I'm Jen, & I'm here to support your journey towards happiness & fulfillment. Life's a rollercoaster, & finding a sense of happiness & gratification can be tough. Whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, or navigating relationships & identity, I'm here for you. My approach is about empowering you to build stronger connections, both with yourself & with others. Through our work together, you'll gain valuable insights & practical tools to manage your stress, overcome challenges, & create the life you want to live.

Let’s get you to where you want to be. I believe my clients are the experts in their own lives and I bring to the work: lived experience, training, and a sincere commitment to you living your best life. I follow your lead while also speaking up when something sounds like it might be harmful internalized messaging. I am invested in working with people of a wide range of relationship models and social identities including polyamorous/non-monogamous, trans and nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color, fat, disabled, neurodivergent, and sex workers. I come to therapy as a second career from the art and education worlds.

Finding a therapist can be a daunting task! If you are seeking a compassion-focused space in which you are seen as a whole person, I may be a good fit. I have a particular passion for supporting and uplifting LGBTQ+ individuals and those who have experienced trauma of all kinds. I have extensive expertise in treating PTSD, C-PTSD, and dissociative disorders. As a trans therapist, I practice from an affirmative care model that centers gender joy, as I strongly believe that our joy is resistance! My goal is to provide a warm, empathic space for you to move out of survival mode and into a life that brings you fulfillment and meaning.

Engaging in the therapeutic process can be an incredibly rewarding act of self care. Sometimes we may feel overwhelmed with life’s challenges or be struggling to understand our reactions and emotions. It’s easy to get caught up in the chaos of life’s daily challenges, and not take the time to step back and try to ease the worry. By allowing yourself the time, you can begin to renew a sense of empowerment while also reducing feelings of distress.

The parts of ourselves that we struggle with are sometimes our greatest assets. Therapy can be a place to better realize our strengths and identify where long-term patterns of narratives and behaviors are no longer serving us. I am passionate about working with LGBTQ and POC on topics such as: gender/sexual identity, anxiety, depression, OCD, acculturation, racial identity, social skills, and relationships. My therapeutic approach incorporates both systemic and relational pieces. We do not exist in a vacuum. All of our experiences shape the person we are today.

Being a queer person in this day and age is really tough. It is scary navigating our current society on a day to day basis. It can be hard to know who is trustworthy and safe. This can be even more difficult for those who are questioning or exploring their gender identity and/or sexual orientation. I want you to know you are not alone.

I am inspired by people's ability to grow through difficulty. I also understand that asking for help is not always easy. I am dedicated to helping people feel comfortable in therapy and to combating stigma related to addressing mental health needs. Whether you or your child experience significant life changes, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma, I am willing to listen and collaborate with you.