The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives.
Welcome! My name is Jon-Elyn and I'm so glad you're here. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate and I provide psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families who are searching for lasting and sustainable change.
Are you experiencing burn-out, conflict in your relationships, or anxiety that seems to be taking over your life? I work with clients that are stuck in the loop of people-pleasing and perfectionism to re-gain control of their lives.
About the Therapist
My name is Jon-Elyn (pronounced like John-Ellen) and I am originally from the Birmingham, AL area. I hold a Bachelors of Science in Addiction and Recovery and a Masters of Science in Human Development and Family Studies concentrating in Marriage and Family Therapy, both from the University of Alabama.
I have worked with individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of mental health needs; although my specialties include perfectionism/people-pleasing, relational trauma and issues, anxiety, depression, and faith-based counseling (when requested).
I strive to foster genuine and authentic connection with clients, and I hold a belief that the therapeutic relationship itself is a key factor in change. I use a relational and human approach, combined with some humor and evidence-based practice in order to create change. I would be honored to be a small part in your journey.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, and I hope to provide a comfortable atmosphere where you can fully be yourself. I understand that a great therapeutic relationship takes time and trust. I genuinely enjoy spending time with clients as we navigate the therapeutic journey together.
Feel free to fill out the form on the contact page and I will be in touch.
Academic training
- BS in Addiction and Recovery
- MS in Human Development and Family Studies, concentrating in Marriage and Family Therapy
both from the University of Alabama
Clinical experience
I have worked in a community mental health clinic as well as private practices.
Therapy Approaches
Relational
I believe that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Each part of our environment plays a role in who we are becoming and the ways we interact.
Values-Based
Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I aim to help you identify and use your core values to navigate challenges, build resilience, and create a more meaningful, fulfilling life.
Person-Centered
I believe that each person inherently possesses the ability to create change in their environment and I work to discover things that work for you as an individual. No two people are the same, so no two treatment plans should look the same.
Cognitive-Behavioral
This approach is utilized to discover how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors all connect to and influence one another and how to create change when working with thoughts.
