Thoughtful Therapy for Adults, Teens, & Couples
Supporting clients in Santa Monica, CA and throughout California
When stress becomes the norm, change can feel impossible…
Life can often feel overwhelming, sometimes too much to carry alone. You might be navigating relationship tension, family dynamics, school or work pressure, big transitions, or just a lingering sense that something’s off. Maybe you're stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, unsure how to break free. It might feel like this is just how life is. But it doesn’t have to be.
Asking for support isn’t a sign of weakness, it’s a sign of awareness. Seeking help doesn’t mean something is wrong with you, it means you’re ready for something better.
Welcome!
I’m Jen, an Associate Marriage Family Therapist (#153153) living & working in Santa Monica, CA. I offer both in-person and virtual therapy sessions for adults, teens, and couples.
In my work, I help people notice the patterns they’re caught in - not from a place of judgment, but with curiosity. We explore the beliefs and experiences that have shaped how you move through the world, and where you could benefit from a shift or different perspective. That could mean looking at how the past shows up in the present, tuning into what actually feels good (which often gets overlooked), or getting specific on what you need but haven’t been able to ask for…and learning how to ask for it with confidence and empathy.
I also work with relationships, families, couples, or co-founders, helping people communicate in ways that are more honest and less reactive. Sometimes that means being an outside perspective in the room. Sometimes it’s about making space for people to finally hear and be heard.
My Specialties
High-achieving individuals
Anxiety & stress
Burnout
Relationship concerns
Challenging family dynamics
Life transitions (e.g. switching careers, divorce, or college)
Self-esteem
Identity
“In any given moment we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety.”
Abraham Maslow