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 combine human-ness with a little bit of humor and lots of evidence-based practice in order to create sustainable change that works for you. I would be honored to be a small part in your healing 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. If you want to see if we are a good fit, I am happy to schedule a 15-minute phone consultation with you.
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
I help you 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.
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.
