Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to get to know more about me. My name is Jennifer, I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the State of Michigan. I earned a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and have been practicing in the mental health field for over ten years. I have worked in a variety of settings; schools, prisons, home-based, outpatient, crisis response, addiction centers and private practice. I have the most experience working with complex trauma/abuse issues, PTSD, anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, couples and communication issues, family conflict, and complex sexual issues . I also have experience working with multicultural, physically disabled, youth, elderly, and LGBT populations.
I use a person-centered, holistic, multicultural, and eclectic approach in treatment, providing you with the best care tailored to your needs. I use evidence-based techniques including cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, seeking safety, negative core beliefs replacement, “classical” counseling and solution-focused counseling. I would describe myself direct, but I am always empathetic, non-judgmental and supportive. I can push you past your comfort zone to resolve the goals you have set for yourself in therapy to assist you in creating a new healthy lifestyle!
Working together we can accomplish your goals. We will use a combination of worksheets, assessments, and other tools to enhance your experience with online counseling. Monthly I send out "Monthly Skills" and "Weekly Tips" to be used to also enhance your experience, some of these skills and tips may apply to you and others may not. They are sent to all of my clients to help promote healthy mental well being. Please note that video or phone sessions are the most productive ways to achieve your therapeutic goals, but you are welcome to tailor your therapy needs to what best meets your needs.
Thank you again, I look forward to meeting you and beginning your journey of self-awareness and healing.
My office hours are as follows:
Monday and Friday from 9 am to 4:30 pm EST (video and phone sessions)
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Jennifer Barajas. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Jennifer has been a life saver for me. Without her I don’t know where I would be,
Thank you Jennifer
Written on Jan 16, 2025 after therapy with Jennifer for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
Jennifer has a reassuring way of letting you know how knowledgeable she is without coming across as condescending or intimidating. Her expertise and experiences shine through during session and her guidance I’ve found very helpful!
Written on Jan 15, 2025 after therapy with Jennifer for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and eating disorders
I am so thankful for Jennifer. She is the perfect therapist for me. 10/10 highly recommend!!
Written on Jan 02, 2025 after therapy with Jennifer for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Jennifer is hard working, understanding and really likable. Really feel like she listens to me and is helping me. She feels like what i think a caring mam would be like.
Written on Jul 19, 2021 after therapy with Jennifer for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Jennifer gets me as a person and understands my needs
Written on Apr 22, 2021 after therapy with Jennifer for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and self esteem
Jennifer has saved my life. No joke. She is the most incredible therapist I’ve ever worked with. I had breakthrough moments at each and every one of my first 5-6 sessions and since then I have been better equipped to deal with the complexities of my life, as they arise, but knowing she is always on hand to pick me up when I’m spiralling and then on our weekly calls, gets me through the week. She is the greatest gift I have ever given myself and I am so truly grateful I found her x
Written on Jan 14, 2021 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
I felt comfortable with Jennifer straight away. She has given me the tools I need to take back control in my life. She is encouraging and approachable, and sets you up so that one day you won't need therapy. If her areas of experience are what you are looking for, I would highly recommend.
Written on Dec 30, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and eating disorders
She is great
Written on Dec 14, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 1 month on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Jennifer has gone above and beyond to help me. Her support has (and continues to) helped me through one of the most difficult times of my life and for that I will always be eternally grateful.
Written on Sep 16, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
I like it when people have the ability to be direct and not sugar coat things and Jennifer is great with this, she’s very direct with me and I like it.
Written on Aug 05, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks
Jennifer is the best therapist I could possible ask for. I can't express how much she's helped me in terms of personal growth and navigating my relationship with my partner. I walk away from every weekly phone call with a clearer view of things, with greater empathy, and with the ability to address my concerns in a straightforward, healthy, and compassionate manner to my partner. I also love that we're able to laugh and be more lighthearted too. Given the time difference, I'm usually quite tired by the time we talk, but I always know that it'll be a truly enjoyable and constructive conversation that's worth staying up for! I've recommended Betterhelp to all my closest friends based on my experience with Jennifer. She's a star!
Written on Jul 23, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Jennifer is awesome and easy to talk to. I don't think BetterHelp could've paired me with someone more perfect for helping me be a better me.
Written on Jun 13, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Jennifer has seriously been so helpful, she creates a space where i feel safe and she never interrupts me and i am able to honestly share how i feel without judgement! i have never liked a therapist as much as i like Jennifer.
Written on May 27, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Jennifer always answers my messages back when she is available, she is very nice, calm, helpful, and understanding.
Written on May 22, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks
Jennifer has been such a great support during some difficult times. I can rely on her reply to me and to have my best interests at heart. She’s is sympathetic and helps me find proactive ways to address my issues.
Written on Mar 11, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Jennifer has changed my life already, in just a short time working together. She has been able to identify the deeper issues holding me back and troubling me, has pushed me just far enough to move forward, without overwhelming me. She is honest and forthright and kind and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone struggling with trauma, in particular.
Written on Mar 10, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and sleeping disorders
Jennifer is very objective and easy to talk to. She not only has great insight but does not make me feel like she is judging me or telling me what to do, which is super helpful in making progress! Jennifer is professional and very knowledgable, she is caring and gives you the time you need!
Written on Feb 10, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and anger management
She has given me ideas and tools to help aid in my counseling goals.
Written on Feb 06, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and coping with life changes
Jennifer is extremely friendly and helpful. She prioritises the wants and needs of her clients, and is willing to adapt her way of doing things in order to find the best fit for the person at hand. I have nothing but good things to say about her!
Written on Feb 02, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Jennifer Barajas is a very good counsellor. She pays attention to the client details and talks about their issues. She also helped me in making a decision. Overall she is highly recommended.
Written on Jan 22, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Listens and crafts appropriate support. Very good!
Written on Jan 19, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and bipolar disorder
Jennifer is very easy to talk to, has some great questions and talking points to get you thinking, and even better- she gives you take-aways and challenges to work on. I find her to be experienced and professional, but understanding and empathetic. Working with Jennifer doesn’t feel like you’re being analyzed or judged, but rather she helps you dig a bit deeper in thought or reason. Highly recommended, and a great asset to my personal development.
Written on Jan 02, 2020 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
She’s amazing. She gets me. I’m so glad to have found her.
Written on Dec 26, 2019 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is extremely helpful and kind and she always makes sure you are ready to talk about something that may be upsetting.
Written on Nov 12, 2019 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
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