Who is Jen?

This is a pretty big question and ever-shifting, but for now I can say I am a genuine person, curious about people and their stories. I have an open-heart and a capacity to hold a safe space with non-judgment.

As a therapist I bring my education, a diverse career background, and my personal life experiences. A northern California resident for most of my life, I graduated from a Sonoma County high school, completed my Bachelor of Arts from UC Davis and earned two Master's of Arts degrees from Sonoma State University. I was a School Counselor for close to ten years and then returned to school to complete my training and licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist. During my training, I worked at a Feminist counseling agency and as a Therapeutic Case Manager in the eldercare field. I currently reside in Santa Rosa with my husband. We are empty-nesters having raised two amazing young adults. My personal passions are maintaining healthy living through the enjoyment of blessed family and community as well as living an active lifestyle.

Education:
Masters of Arts in Community Counseling, May 2009 - Sonoma State University
Masters of Arts in School Counseling May 2001 - Sonoma State University
Pupil Personnel Services Credential - Sonoma State University
Bachelor of Arts in History, June 1993 - University of California, Davis

License, Credentials:
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, (LMFT), California #50362
Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC), Credential for School Counseling

Professional Associations:
American Counseling Association
Association of Women in Psychology
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
Redwood Chapter, CAMFT
CPH & Associates (Professional Liability Insurance)