Welcome!
I’m Jackie (she/her). I have always been extremely curious about and sensitive to the experiences of others. Connecting with and showing up for all different types of people has been a part of my life from a young age. As a first gen college student, I had a bit of winding path to becoming a therapist, a role that I have come to deeply value and enjoy.
Now with a decade of experience as a therapist, I have learned so much—from trainings and education—but most importantly from my time with clients. While my background, experience, and knowledge are tools that I bring to the therapy process, I do believe clients are the ones who ultimately hold their own insights and wisdom.
Other things to know: I am a white, middle class, cisgender woman. I am neurodivergent, live with chronic illnesses, and I’m a living kidney donor. Outside of my time as a therapist, I’m often walking or hiking with my partner and two dogs, listening to endless hours of podcasts and audiobooks, and continuously learning new things.
Values
Compassion
My foundation is in compassion and empathy. There is enough pain and judgment in the world. I am not the type of therapist to be “tough" on clients, though I am determined and committed to supporting you in moving towards your own values or goals.
Curiosity
No two humans are the same. Whether we are working through intergenerational trauma, or finding strategies to support your unique sensory experiences, I strive to be as curious and supportive about you and your experiences as possible.
Justice
Many mental health issues that get labeled as individual are often significantly driven by external factors and various forms of oppression. My practice includes advocacy (individual and systemic) and a commitment to understanding and implementing practices that are anti-oppressive, decolonial, and liberatory.
Respect
I respect the experience, culture, and history of others. My goal is to empower you to understand your traits, identities, and experiences, rather than to impose my worldview. I also deeply respect how people show up to understand and address some of the most difficult aspects of life, and to celebrate the joys.