Welcome. I’m Glad You’re Here.

Starting psychotherapy is a leap of faith that takes courage.

Finding the “right fit” in style, personality and approach is so important.

 

Hi, I’m Jennifer DeSouza.

You’re sensing it’s time for a change.
You may be feeling disconnected, unsure, or just not quite yourself. You want to understand yourself more deeply and feel more confident in how you move through the world. You’re hoping for healthier relationships—with others and with yourself. You’re open to exploring, reflecting, and growing at your own pace.

My mission is to help you overcome obstacles and improve your ability to meet the challenges life throws at you.

If you want to make changes but don’t know where to begin, I encourage you to get in touch.

 Kind words from colleagues

  • "Jennifer is attuned to what is being said and what emotions or experiences might be under the surface. She is skilled in knowing when to help the client examine their beliefs about themselves, offering alternative ways of looking at behavior without taking away agency from the participant."

    –BF, COLLEAGUE

  • "Jennifer is an incredibly patient and understanding clinician. She does not rush clients and allows them to set the pace of therapy. She is attuned to what is being said and what emotions or experiences might be under the surface. Jenn shows genuine curiosity about how and why we interact and engage in certain ways. This style gives the client an opportunity to discover more about themselves in a non-judgmental way and make meaningful adjustments in their lives."

    –ES, COLLEAGUE

  • "Jennifer shows genuine curiosity about how and why we interact and engage in certain ways. This style gives the client an opportunity to discover more about themselves in a non-judgmental way and make meaningful adjustments in their lives."

    BF, COLLEAGUE

Who I am

  • An experienced clinician with a nuanced, collaborative, in-depth approach 

  • Passionate about the healing power of psychotherapy 

  • Skillful in the balance of support and challenge, all in service of your growth

  • Committed to helping you make lasting changes

Who you are

  • Ready to explore your beliefs, perspectives, and emotions

  • Motivated to make positive changes 

  • Wanting to have healthier relationships

  • Looking to feel more confident in yourself 

  • Open to new insights and growth

Nice to Meet You

A few words of introduction to my practice.

 

My clients say after working with me they can:

Clients often share that, through our work together, they are able to:

  • Build deeper connections without the weight of anxiety

  • Feel calmer, more centered, and at ease in their own lives

  • Quiet the constant mental chatter and self-criticism

  • Speak up and express themselves with greater confidence

  • Heal from painful or complicated past relationships

  • Let go of overthinking, perfectionism, and the paralysis of procrastinationConnect to others with less anxiety

  • Experience less “internal noise”

  • Move on from difficult past relationships

  • Move past overthinking, overanalyzing, perfectionism
    and procrastination

 

My Professional Background & Training

I blend my experience and training in attachment theory, relationship dynamics, and trauma-informed care to create a personalized treatment. I’ll partner with you to create real change using effective, data-driven strategies.

  • I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 years. 

  • I am a Certified Group Psychotherapist (CGP).

  • I am committed to on-going learning and professional growth and have completed significant post-graduate training focusing on attachment theory, relationship dynamics, EMDR and trauma-informed care. 

  • I have experience working in numerous roles and settings, including; an inpatient psychiatric hospital, emergency room evaluations, leading psychotherapy process groups, and supervising social workers.

Professional Affiliations

 
 

This is your invitation to more satisfaction in your life.

Email me to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation.