I obtained my Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential in 2016. I have 24 years of experience in social work. My experience includes working with adults, children, teen parents, and teens who face challenges in their lives to reach their fullest potential. My belief is therapy is a safe space to explore and work toward positive outcomes, assisting clients to achieve their therapeutic goals and alleviate stress.
I have worked with clients regarding domestic violence, co-dependence, anxiety issues, and parenting topics. In the past I have advocated on behalf of clients which allows the client and families obtain greater success toward their goals. As your therapist, you and I will build a relationship of trust and understanding to work through the issues that are important to you. My work in client home settings, as well as a behavioral hospital and in clinical assessment have included several modalities. I am proficient in Cognitive Behavioral theory, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma work, Stress Management, complicated grief interventions.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Military and veterans issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
IL LCSW 149018905
AZ LCSW LCSW-21181
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Jennifer, "Jenny" Marder. 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.
I came to BetterHelp in seek of a therapist who could help me temporarily while waiting for a specialized trauma therapist. And Jenny happily stepped into that role and has been helpful this short time that I've been working with her. I'm not sure how much longer I have with Jenny, but having the perspective that I need from a therapist while going through this all has been very helpful. 10/10 would recommend. Thank you for your help in everything, Jenny. It has truly been a blessing in this short time.
Written on Oct 24, 2024 after therapy with Jennifer, "Jenny" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have only had one session and it was effective so far. I think she shared some good ideas with me and explained why I'm experiencing what I am. I am excited to learn more.
Written on Oct 15, 2024 after therapy with Jennifer, "Jenny" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
I had a great experience working with Jenny. She was able to support me when I was going through a very difficult time. She provided insights and tools that helped me cope with a challenging personal situation. I plan to continue to use these tools going forward. Jenny was easy to talk to and empathetic.
Written on Oct 02, 2024 after therapy with Jennifer, "Jenny" for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, and coping with life changes
Jenny is so attentive and responsive. Appreciate all her support. Highly recommend.
Written on Sep 26, 2024 after therapy with Jennifer, "Jenny" for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is the best therapist I’ve ever had!
Written on Sep 05, 2024 after therapy with Jennifer, "Jenny" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Jenny is awesome. She’s there when I need her and checks in on me regularly. I appreciate her caring manner and that she keeps me honest.
Written on Jul 15, 2024 after therapy with Jennifer, "Jenny" for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd