ABOUT JESSICA
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Hi, I’m Jessica, and I’ve been working in helping professions since 1999. I have a deep calling for holding a guiding light during your dark times. I obtained a Master’s degree in Counseling and am a licensed therapist in Arizona, using evidence-based talk therapy and trauma processing modalities. Throughout my career, I’ve found that a calm presence can make all the difference, and that’s what I always intend to bring to my work. I’ve also had the honor of being a yoga instructor with a background in holistic living, and understand the mind-body connection. Mindfulness meditation is a part of my own personal practice, and I may incorporate this into my therapy work to help you cultivate peace and clarity.
IIn addition to being a therapist, I am a mental health educator and advocate for cultural humility. My clinical experience spans non-profit agencies supporting migrants, addiction recovery centers, women’s shelters, and community mental health centers serving BIPOC folx. Before settling into the therapy chair, I was a public speaker, leading workshops for the Department of Education & Early Development, and a personal trainer, guiding either high-energy fitness boot camps for weightloss or gentle exercise programs for oncology patients. I pride myself on reading the room and adjusting my energy to meet each client where they are, making my therapy approach intuitive, flexible, and deeply responsive.
On a personal note; as an adolescent I exited the conservative, tight-knit religion I was raised in and never looked back. I respect the bravery and courage it takes to be true to oneself. I identify as a multicultural female who is spiritual but not religious. Immersing myself in the arts, nature, cooking, gardening, and the vast mystery of it all is grounding. I’m a believer in both science and mysticism, and I'm deeply drawn to the places where wisdom traditions and philosophies intersect across cultures.
I believe in your innate ability to heal, grow, and come out wiser and stronger. I’m honored to be your supportive guide through the twists and turns of this river of Life.