Jennifer Zator MSW, LCSW, CCTP-II, CCATP

Sometimes traumatic experiences can cause depression. I received training in complex trauma and as a certified clinical trauma professional, I asses whether clients have been impacted by traumatic experiences and how those experiences have affected their thought patterns, feelings, and behaviors. Psychotherapy and mindfulness approaches are implemented to heal the mind and body. We will explore triggers for depression and client's will learn healthy coping strategies to manage symptoms.

I have a strong passion working with those who have eating disorders. Eating disorder treatment will focus on healthy coping skills that will improve one's relationship food, help change distorted beliefs, and thoughts that drive behaviors and emotion. We will also focus on improving body image and learn ways to appreciate your body for what it can do.

It is normal to feel anxious from time to time however, when a person is struggling with an Anxiety Disorder and their fear or worry interferes with their quality of life and have negative unintended consequences it is important to explore and address intrusive thoughts, worries, obsessions, avoidance behaviors, physical and emotional responses to stress and anxiety, and the impact of these areas on your relationships and life in general. You will learn coping strategies to manage anxiety.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a treatment modality that has been demonstrated to be effective for a range of problems including depression, anxiety disorders, alcohol and drug use problems, marital problems, eating disorders, and severe mental illness. Understanding and changing your thought process will help to improve behaviors and mood. You will learn how your thoughts, behaviors, and feelings are connected and learn how to make healthy changes.

I am a certified trauma professional and received extensive training in complex trauma. Client's will recognize and understand traumatic experiences impacts their mental, behavioral, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. I assist clients in overcoming the effects of trauma. Clients will learn techniques to help promote trauma healing.

I incorporate mindfulness practices that include present moment awareness, meditation, and breathing exercises. Mindfulness approached help clients improve their mood and overall wellbeing. Clients will learn how to be in the present moment and break away from negative thought patterns that can lead to depressed mood or anxiety.