Jennifer French (She/her)

As a highly trained EFT couples counselor, we first develop an understanding of both your and your partner’s individual and collective experience within the relationship. Once we gather this understanding, we focus on the stuck places in your relationship and what is fundamentally creating the disconnection in communication and closeness.

Trauma and PTSD can be overwhelming and disorienting. Many individuals may not recognize their triggers and often experience intense anxiety when reminded of the traumatic event. This fear can lead survivors to withdraw from others, struggle with daily functioning, and engage in harmful behaviors. I am a certified trauma therapist trained in various evidence-based methods, including EMDR, IFS, and art therapy.

Our mission is to empower you to cultivate genuine self-esteem and navigate life with renewed confidence. We offer a comprehensive array of services tailored specifically to your unique experiences, focusing on issues such as trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, and body image concerns. Our compassionate and expertly trained therapists are dedicated to helping you transform your struggles into strengths, enabling you to examine old beliefs that may no longer serve your well-being.

As a highly trained EFT couples counselor, we first develop an understanding of both your and your partner’s individual and collective experience within the relationship. Once we gather this understanding, we focus on the stuck places in your relationship and what is fundamentally creating the disconnection in communication and closeness.

Depending on the severity of symptoms, trauma and PTSD can be all-consuming and disorienting. Many of those who suffer may not be fully aware of their triggers and likely experience acute anxiety and distress when reminded of the event. Because fear becomes a prevalent feeling within these populations, it’s common for survivors to withdraw from others, experience obstacles in daily functioning, and engage in destructive behaviors or patterns of self-harm.

EMDR relies on the bilateral sensory perception of the brain to process and neutralize memories and the thoughts and emotions associated with these memories. Because this approach focuses on specific memories and how they are stored in the brain (rather than trying to change surface thoughts and behaviors), EMDR has proven extremely effective in helping our clients to reprocess and reintegrate traumatic experiences, relieving symptoms of PTSD.

In addition to using the Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy model, I also draw from mindfulness and somatic approaches, bringing awareness to what you are experiencing in the present moment. At times we all struggle to understand what it is we are truly feeling. Sitting with emotions, such as sadness, grief and regret, rather than trying to push it all away can give rise to unexpected and wonderful relief. It is said that what we resist persists, but when we’re able to feel through something, we

n addition to using the Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy model, we also draw from mindfulness and somatic approaches, bringing awareness to what you are experiencing in the present moment. At times we all struggle to understand what it is we are truly feeling. Sitting with emotions, such as sadness, grief and regret, rather than trying to push it all away can give rise to unexpected and wonderful relief. It is said that what we resist persists, but when we’re able to feel through something, we

Throughout the couples counseling process, it’s important that each of you feel supported and understood. Together, we will uncover the past wounds you each carry that are affecting your relationship. We will identify, explore and address triggers in ways that foster understanding, empathy, compassion and support. We’ll also identify the cycles and patterns that you and your partner have become caught up in, reconstructing those negative interactions to become more positive and healing.

I understand that anxiety can be a challenging experience. I am dedicated to providing comprehensive support and pride myself on having ongoing education to keep up with the latest research and effective methods. I am highly trained in research-based methods and strive to offer the most effective and evidence-based approaches to help you manage and overcome anxiety. I believe that continuous learning and the right therapeutic methods can make a significant difference in your journey.