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Welcome! I am so glad you are here. Are you looking for a counselor with great listening skills, experience with online counseling, and a sense of humor to help you navigate your life transitions? I would love to help you! My name is Jennifer Spencer and I have been a LPC (licensed professional counselor) in Texas for over 10 years. I have worked with many different types of clients, helping them overcome their problems with stress, anxiety, burn-out, depression, relationships, and family issues. Whether you need help managing your anxiety, want assistance dealing with parenting (or school) problems, or require support to accept changes to your life, I have tools and resources to guide you.

What will counseling with me look like? Expect me to be honest, friendly, and direct. You will be in a safe environment where you can explore your feelings and your relationships without judgement. Some days you may need a good listener and some days you might want advice, and I am here to provide both. However, as we get to know each other, I will challenge you to set and make progress towards your goals. Although I use a variety of theories to guide me in my work, you will most likely learn a lot of cognitive behavioral techniques working with me. We will move at your pace, but we will examine what you think, and why you think it, to help you understand your feelings. Understanding your feelings, and how they connect to your thoughts and actions, will be your first step in setting goals towards making the changes you want to see in your life.

If you are curious about me, I am not a native Texan, but I got here as soon as I could. I have lived in several different states in big cities and small towns, and I love to travel and explore new places. I now live in a rural area with my husband, children, and dogs. When I am not helping clients or exploring the world with my family, I am probably reading a good book.

I am happy you have made the first step towards making positive change by seeking counseling, and I would love to help guide you towards the new path you want to be on in life.

I believe meaningful change begins with feeling safe, understood and genuinely supported. With more than three decades in the helping profession and 11 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I provide a compassionate, collaborative space where clients can grow with confidence. My Christian faith influences the care and integrity I bring to my work, and I respect each client's individual beliefs, values and goals. I have a special passion for helping women navigate midlife and menopause with resilience and hope.

Life is hard and sometimes scary. We all need a safe place to get support and help. I am here to walk alongside you and navigate the uncertainty.

I have a BA in sociology from The Ohio State University and a MA in Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. I am an inclusive counselor, an LPC, in the state of Texas and a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC. I see see adolescents and adults specializing in trauma and addiction.

I take a collaborative, client-centered approach, seeing you as the expert of your own life. My role is to foster curiosity and self-discovery so you feel empowered to heal, grow, and create meaningful change. I strive to provide a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space for our work together.

I hold a master’s degree in family therapy and believe that understanding your early experiences can lead to greater self-awareness and self-compassion. I am licensed in Texas and bring a broad, culturally informed perspective shaped by living in multiple countries.

I specialize in working with high-functioning women and couples, helping clients develop practical tools and insights that support lasting growth.

As a counselor, I love helping my clients feel empowered, confident, and helping them make meaning out of their difficult life experiences. I have a passion for helping people heal from traumatic experiences and find ways to cope in order to move on in their journey. I specialize in helping people who have experienced Child Sexual Abuse, Sexual Assault, and Domestic Violence. I have also worked with client's struggling with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.

I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and love using this model for treatment with children. I am also in the process of being trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy or EMDR.

I believe healing happens in both our mind and our bodies and I work to implement different strategies into treatment in order to connect the mind and body. I take great pride in the progress and success of my clients, and look forward to helping you!

Partnering with YOU to become your best self is my professional goal. I'm passionate about utilizing over 20 years of experience to assist you in gaining insight into barriers and developing a healthier mindset that will empower you to master proven productive skills for real change and growth.