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ABOUT ME
I apply my expertise to help clients move beyond their stressors to thrive and find healing. Some clients need help with personal wellness or managing emotional distress on an individual level. Others need help improving broken marriages or navigating difficult relationship transitions. I enjoy working with individuals struggling due to partner betrayal, sex or porn addiction, grief/loss, burnout, and life transitions. I also enjoy the difficult work of helping couples redefine their relationship and find health in recovery from sex addiction/infidelity, family/work transitions, and other stressors. I am transparent, dedicated, and compassionate to address the needs of my clients.
As a Christian psychologist, I understand the importance of spiritual health as a protective and beneficial factor in the lives of believers. For those who desire spiritual integration, I include prayer and the application of scripture and spiritual/biblical concepts in our therapeutic work.
You have a God-given ability to overcome any trauma, stress, addiction, shame, or trial you have experienced, or are currently experiencing, in your life’s journey. A life of integrity, meaningful connection with others, and inner peace can be obtained. Let’s get after it!
In this current social climate…
I must assert that I work with clients REGARDLESS of their religious affiliation, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, immigration status, nationality, etc. I have no tolerance for the perpetuation of racism, discrimination, or the exclusionary mindset that seems widespread in our society. My practice rejects those and espouses unity, respect for one another, and commonality through universal human experiences and shared values.
EXPERIENCE
Education & Training
I received my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Cincinnati. I then completed an APA accredited internship and subsequent fellowship through the University of Michigan/Ann Arbor VA Medical Center Consortium with an emphasis in Health/Women’s Health. Trained as a scientist-practitioner, I place great importance on staying informed of relevant empirical evidence, literature, and up-to-date practices in my field. This is partially what fueled my Gottman and IITAP certification pursuits, along with a genuine desire to better assist couples with their presenting issues. I’ve been serving the metro-Detroit area in private practice for years and more recently started providing tele-health services to residents in Indiana and Kentucky. It has been a blessing to serve these communities, and I thank God for the amazing transformation I’ve seen my clients achieve.
I practice what I preach…
I maintain good work-life balance for my own sanity. I serve as a psychologist during my personalized work schedule, and I also raise/homeschool my four children. In truth, I’m a mom/wife first and psychologist second. Clients appreciate my dedication to them AND also honor the firm boundaries I have in place to maintain needed work-life balance. I work from home, so brief session interruptions may happen from time to time. If you lack patience in this regard, we would not be a good fit.
Client Reviews
“We use a lot of your communication techniques to this day. Thank you for everything you did for us, especially me.”
“Her expertise, attention to details and non-judgmental approach in our sessions helped me to uncover and get to the root of my struggles with food and health overall. Each week, I was armed with more knowledge to point me toward success. She focuses on the WHOLE person, not just the weight. I have begun to see physical results in my health, but more importantly, I have a renewed perspective.”
“We are deeply grateful for the transformative experience we had with Dr. J. Her faith-led approach, combined with expertise in the Gottman Method, provided us with a safe and effective environment to address our challenges. She skillfully guided us in building stronger relationships and fostering deeper connections, helping us navigate complex issues with compassion and professionalism.
We highly recommend her to anyone seeking a psychologist who integrates professional methods with spiritual values, offering a supportive and non-judgmental space for growth and healing.”
