Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

9 Endorsed

Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

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Embrace Change: Empowering Women to Thrive Through Life's Transitions You’ve spent your life holding everything together. You’re strong, but lately, you feel tired, stuck, or unsure of who you are. Therapy can help you reconnect with yourself. I specialize in guiding women through life transitions, trauma, perfectionism, and self-worth challenges. Focusing on midlife issues like perimenopause, career changes, and shifts in motherhood, I blend EMDR and talk therapy to create a compassionate healing space. Together, we can work to reclaim your strength and uncover your true self with clarity and confidence.

I specialize in providing EMDR, EMDR intensives, and supportive talk therapy designed to foster healing, clarity, and sustainable change. My approach is tailored to empower women through various workshops and group sessions, offering a safe space for connection, growth, and personal transformation. Together, we can navigate your journey towards wellness.

You deserve to feel safe, valued, understood, and empowered. If you're ready to take this step toward a more fulfilling life, I invite you to reach out. Having been in your shoes, I can speak from experience. Let me support you. I’m truly here for you as we begin this journey, prioritizing your healing and personal growth.

Call or Email Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (925) 378-4165

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Pleasant Hill/Walnut Creek

Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

(925) 378-4165

I offer a comfortable & welcoming office designed to help you feel at ease & safe. I'm available M-F for both in-office and tele-therapy.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD

$210 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Hi! Im Jennifer Villena, MFT, EMDR trained therapist. I would be honored to support you in your mental health journey.

Let's Connect (925) 378-4165

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Pleasant Hill/Walnut Creek

Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

(925) 378-4165

I offer a comfortable & welcoming office designed to help you feel at ease & safe. I'm available M-F for both in-office and tele-therapy.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD

$210 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Hi! Im Jennifer Villena, MFT, EMDR trained therapist. I would be honored to support you in your mental health journey.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $210
Couple Sessions $250
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

Each month I can provide you with a super-bill to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 378-4165

Each month I can provide you with a super-bill to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 378-4165

Qualifications

Marriage & Family Therapist: Jennifer Villena

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 123591 Jennifer Villena

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 8 years

Attended John F Kennedy University, Graduated 2018

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Yoga Works 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Certification

Certificate from EMDR Trained and Certified - EMDRIA 2024

As an EMDR Certified Therapist, I offer personalized EMDR Intensives tailored to each client's unique needs. This approach helps individuals process trauma, overcome emotional blocks, and break through the challenges holding them back. Whether dealing with deep-seated trauma or anxiety.

Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 378-4165

Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 378-4165

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

Bisexual
Grief
Infertility
Infidelity
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Women's Issues

I support adults, especially women, going through life transitions like fertility challenges, perinatal/postpartum shifts, grief, career changes, midlife, menopause changes, and evolving roles in relationships and motherhood. With EMDR and talk therapy, we'll process what's keeping you stuck so you can gain clarity, relief, and confidence to move forward.

Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 378-4165

Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 378-4165

9 Endorsements

Emma Ashley Stern

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA

Jen is a warm and wonderful clinician. She is highly skilled in holistic, person-centered, and cognitive behavioral therapy and will meet each client with kindness and deep care. I highly recommend Jen as a therapist.

Amelia Hall

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Jennifer is a warm, compassionate, and creative therapist who skillfully guides her clients in addressing root causes to enhance their overall quality of life. Highly recommend.

Nicole Marie Lemaster

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SEP

Jen is a seasoned and skilled psychotherapist. I highly recommend her. She offers EMDR and many other healing modalities that supports growth and change for her clients.

Nicki Koethner

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT

Anita Bardsley

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Lily Jaser

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Rose Junie Abito

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Jen's skills as a therapist are exceptional, she creates a safe space for meaningful growth and healing. Her words and guidance offer both encouragement and bravery, helping others face challenges with resilience and insight. I highly recommend Jen.

Victoria Rutsch

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C

Jennifer is a compassionate therapist specializing in EMDR for women. She creates a safe, supportive space to process trauma and build resilience. Her warmth and expertise help clients feel truly heard. I highly recommend her for meaningful, lasting change

Aileen Ganding -Call-

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Jen is a compassionate and dedicated therapist with a deep understanding of trauma and women's mental health. Jen provides a supportive environment for clients, offering empathetic care and helping individuals navigate their emotional journeys to healing.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Pacific Islander

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Pacific Islander

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Eclectic
Ego States
EMDR
Expressive Arts
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Multicultural
Person-Centered
Trauma Focused

I combine EMDR, talk therapy, and expressive arts in a safe, supportive space. Together, we'll gently explore what's weighing you down, process stuck emotions, and help you feel more like yourself again. You'll gain clarity, confidence, and the tools to move forward with greater ease and self-trust.

Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 378-4165

Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 378-4165

Groups

Reclaiming Yourself Through Change-Menopause

Hosted by

Jennifer Villena

Reclaiming Yourself Through Change: A Therapy Group for Women in Perimenopause. Feeling off, overwhelmed, or not quite like yourself lately? Hormones. Mood swings. Brain fog. Body changes. You’re not imagining it—and you’re not alone. This 6-week therapy group is a supportive space to talk openly, connect with other women, and make sense of all the shifts happening in this season of life.

Expertise

Women's Issues

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$70+

Group Meets

Third Wed 6 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.

Location

Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Email Jennifer Villena about this group or call - (925) 378-4165

Location

Primary Location

Pleasant Hill/Walnut Creek

Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

(925) 378-4165

Email us

Website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Contra Costa

Zips

I offer a comfortable & welcoming office designed to help you feel at ease & safe. I'm available M-F for both in-office and tele-therapy.

Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (925) 378-4165

I offer a comfortable & welcoming office designed to help you feel at ease & safe. I'm available M-F for both in-office and tele-therapy.

Jennifer Villena EMDR & Talk Therapist

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (925) 378-4165