Services
About My Clients
I will work with you to meet your needs and goals through a variety of therapeutic modalities. I am certified in EMDR, and I can aid clients in processing through single trauma incidents, complex trauma, or work through events that cause stress, anxiety, depression, and/or anger. https://www.emdria.org/directory/people/jen-viola/
My Background and Approach
Using a client centered approach, I can help you uncover the reasons for seeking counseling and help you build resources, skills, and even process past negative events. We cannot control what has happened to us in the past, but we can work towards healing the past to have a more hopeful and healthy future. When working together, you will develop a deeper understanding of your story, why you do the things you do, build perspective, learn skills and strategies, deepen positive feelings and experiences, and process through past negative events.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I take a non judgmental stance in my practice. I personally believe that love is love and everyone deserves to live their life in any way they see fit as long as not hurting others. I believe that there are injustices in this world that affect certain groups of people more than others. As a white-heterosexual woman - I do not pretend to know that struggle, but I acknowledge the existence and real pain it causes. I am a fierce advocate for what is right and supporting necessary systemic changes to allow all people the rights and dignity they deserve. I am an imperfect person, so I may not know everything that affects everyone, but I am willing to learn to improve my understanding and create a supportive counseling relationship.