Therapists in Omaha, NE

Jennifer has been a therapist for 11 years, working with children, teenagers, adults, and families. She has specialized in helping clients who have experienced trauma but also works with individuals and families on a variety of other concerns such as anxiety, depression, attention problems, bipolar disorder, intellectual delays/ functioning, grief and loss, LGBTQ+, and family relationships. Jennifer's primary focus is to assist others in discovering and developing their own self worth, taking ownership for when they've lost control, and finding a way to move forward.

I have worked in the Omaha and surrounding communities for over 30 years in community service agency and private practice . I am licensed for both mental health and alcohol/drug counseling. I have had the opportunity to experience a wide variety of issues that people bring to psychotherapy as well as being mentored by leading practitioners in the area. My general area of practice involves treating adolescents and adults with concerns or questions related to depression/anxiety, substance abuse, relationship/marriage, sexual orientation/gender identity/coming out, and trauma. I work with individuals, families and couples. My office is a Safe Space for LGBTQ clients.

Struggling with a life transition, relationship issues, anxiety, or any challenging human condition? Sometimes we all need a little extra support that can offer a safe space as we explore change and growth. Life's challenges and struggles should not be something we are expected to trudge through alone.

I enjoy working with clients of all ages and genders. Most of my early experience is with children, adolescents, and families. However, I have been working with adults on individual and couples issues for many years. I also have a lot of experience working with clients on addictions especially drugs and alcohol issues. I work will with clients that have anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues. This includes ADHD and oppositional behaviors.

I am a licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner and an Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I am a registered service provider with Nebraska Probation. I have 14 years of experience working in the mental health field. I worked for 8 years in a facility providing mental health and substance abuse treatment at the inpatient, intensive outpatient, and outpatient levels of care. I use a variety of tools to help you meet your individualized goals. I work with individuals on a variety of issues including anger, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and self-esteem. I provide substance abuse evaluations for $200 or a probation voucher.

I have background in working with young adults, parents and individuals who have experienced challenges in relationships, personal and career changes that have been difficult to overcome, and early trauma that has served as a barrier to building a life that is balanced and authentic. I have experience working with humans who have experienced violence, attachment disruptions, chronic health conditions, depression and anxiety. I have been practicing as a clinical social worker for 13 years.

Even in the most difficult or overwhelming circumstances, I believe it's possible to find your way toward a more clear, calm, and connected life. The pressure from stress, anxiety, and trauma can show up in a person's mind, relationships, body, or other important areas of life. If you're trying to balance stressors and move past pain only to find yourself feeling stuck, I'm here to offer support as you find your way toward feeling your best.

I believe therapy provides space to develop a professional relationship which provides the listening, understanding, validation, and empowerment everyone can benefit from to navigate life's obstacles. I have experience working with adults and couples from a variety of backgrounds. Many of my clients attend therapy to work through relationship issues, academic and career concerns, depression, anxiety, struggles with identity, and life transitions. I also offer assessment services for adults (19+), specializing in ADHD evaluations and gender identity/transgender assessment services.

Our deepest longings are to be seen, known, cherished, and touched. But often we live alone and thirsty in the wilderness. Relationships with families, friends, co-workers, and/or church community may be filled with trauma, anxiety, betrayal, pain, or ongoing stress. We may be in a state of brokenness, completely shut down, trapped by anger and grief or stuck in a meaningless rut. Strategies that had once managed life may be working against the relief we desire. Efforts to protect ourselves keep relationships shallow and distant. As a result, there is a deep thirst in our soul that nothing seems to satisfy.

Unfortunately, everyone experiences painful events at times in their life. Helping people to rebuild their lives back to what it was before or building a whole new life is something I have enjoyed doing for over 20 years. I enjoy working with people by addressing a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, substance use and other addictions, various types of trauma, relationships, divorce, unresolved grief, co-dependency, and anger management to name a few. I accept most insurance plans including Medicaid. A reduced fee is available for clients without insurance on a limited basis. Telehealth services are also available.

My focus in therapy is assisting in personal and interpersonal changes through the use of a treatment approach best suited for you. Approaches I typically use consist of Cognitive-Behavioral therapy. As a board certified Neuropsychologist, I specialize in Psychological and Neuropsychological testing for a variety of purposes. Due to COVID, I have switched to telehealth sessions. As such, the psychological and neuropsychological testing may be limited at this time. Serving Omaha, Bellevue, Grand Island, Kearney and Lincoln NE. Specializing in Personal Injury, PTSD. Nebraska Blue Cross.

*no current openings* Many of my clients have experienced life circumstances that have taken a toll on their emotional and physical well-being. I have extensive experience with adult survivors of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse as well as domestic violence. I am trained and utilize Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), both of which are highly effective for treating trauma. If you are struggling with getting past your past, I would be honored to work with you.

**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** No matter where my clients are at in treatment, I will meet them there. I work with clients to find the path that works best for their unique situation. I have clinical experience working with children and adolescents with trauma, and their families, as well as experience working with individuals of all ages diagnosed with behavioral, chronic mental health and substance abuse disorders. I've worked in probation, foster care and multidisciplinary teams. Ultimately, it is my goal to find the method that will help each of my clients live their lives to the fullest.

I work with children, adolescents, and their families using evidence-based interventions to help address a variety of concerns. My approach is to include the family unit in the therapeutic process to help set and achieve goals whenever possible. I believe it is important for a therapist to work alongside the client/family to help guide them in their transformation, not be the sole director of the journey. I aim to help clients develop the skills to maintain their growth long after therapy is over and generalize their skills to other situations life may put in their path.

Every person is unique and capable of realizing their potential in an optimal environment. However, life is filled with so many challenges and it is not unusual to feel discouraged or unable to meet those challenges. Building a relationship based on acceptance and trust with my clients is my priority. I listen carefully and help them develop an understanding of what has led them to unsatisfying thoughts, feelings and behaviors. We explore and identify how significant past experiences have shaped their present life.When working with teens, parents are essential part of the therapy and always welcome to collaborate.

Stress and challenges are a part of life but sometimes a person will find themselves drowning in feelings of loneliness, hopelessness and fear. Sometimes these feelings and thoughts become are so overwhelming that people literally feel held hostage by despair. People become paralyzed with fear unable to make a decision because of self-doubt. People lose the will to face the day stop taking care of themselves. My typical clients range from teenagers to adults with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, anger management issues, ADHD, PTSD, codependency, poor stress management or coping and other various mental health conditions.

I am a licensed, independent mental health practitioner specializing in child and adolescent therapy. I am also a licensed alcohol and drug counselor trained to complete juvenile drug and alcohol evaluations. I have worked with at-risk youth for over a decade and have a great deal of knowledge in navigating the juvenile justice system.

Do you find yourself struggling with relationships both at home and at work? Do you feel hopeless with a strong desire to move to the next chapter of your life, but unsure how? Struggling with alcohol, drugs or other addictions? Do you feel "Stuck?" Many individuals, couples and groups that come to see me are looking for specific tools to change feelings, interpersonal relationships, and actions (or inactions). There is hope, increased freedom and self-efficacy is possible.

I am dedicated to bringing peace to the world, one person, one couple, one family, one community and one organization at a time. My speciality is working with survivors of trauma, high conflict couples and families. We use the DBT skills as the foundation of our program adding the notion of 100% accountability. I am also trained in EMDR, Exposure therapy and CBT for trauma. Many of my clients have substance abuse issues and have yet to find true serenity despite working an AA program. Our program teaches the skills for intimacy and connection...and this brings inner peace.