Hi, I'm Jen! (she/her)
I am a queer, neurodivergent (ADHD), feminist, trauma informed therapist, but most importantly I’m human, and fully understand that being human can be a struggle at times. My experience is mostly within trauma and domestic abuse, as I have worked within refuges, so I understand how trauma/abuse can have a massive impact on people just surviving day to day. I can also help with lifting your depression, anxiety and setting boundaries/people pleasing to help you take control of your life, and make yourself a priority.
I have a warm relaxed approach which I use to build rapport, and to make you feel comfortable enough to share, explore, and work with what's going on within you. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment, where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment, and also feel seen, heard and valued.
I tailor every session to each client individually, making sure they suit your unique needs, depending on what your are going through and need in that moment. I believe that you are the expert of you, and that you have the strengths and answers within you that will assist you in overcoming the things that challenge you. Together we’ll celebrate your wins, learn from your experiences, and help empower you to make the changes that resonate with your true self.
Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take a lot courage, and you should be so proud of yourself for doing this! If you think we will be a good fit, I'm here to support and empower you when you're ready.
I look forward to hearing from you :)
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Abandonment, Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #NCS23-00869
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Jennifer Hughes. 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.
Jen has taken the time to get to know and built a trust with me. Which is important as it is a big issue in my Life and with relationships and it is majorly to do with childhood trauma that has surfaced.
She has taken the time to be patient and make me comfortable. Jen gives me space to think and then reflection. She has helped me build self esteem which I had very little of which would make daily life hard with making the smallest decisions
Written on Feb 20, 2024 after therapy with Jennifer for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I love my sessions with Jennifer! I feel so at ease when talking things through and really recommend!
Written on Oct 01, 2023 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Articulate, actively listens and very professional but still have that personal, tailored, and catered touch.
Written on Jun 26, 2023 after therapy with Jennifer for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse