Hi there and welcome. My name is Jeff, and I use They/Them pronouns. Taking this first step in therapy may be difficult and seem daunting but I am here to walk with you every step of the way. I offer a nonjudgemental, safe, and welcoming environment for every person to explore themselves mentally, spiritually, and emotionally. You are the expert in your own life, and I am here to help facilitate this journey with you. I offer a safe space for all to grow, self-discover, and heal so you can become the best version of yourself.
I view therapy through a strength based, humanistic, and person-centered lens. My therapeutic foundation is rooted in Dialectal Behavior Therapy while combining Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and Cognitive Behavioral therapies to look all facets of the person from the past to the present while maintaining focus on the future goals of the individual. Understanding that no two people are the same, I cater my practice to the specific needs of the individual and nothing is set in stone.
Diversity and multiculturalism are highly important factors within my practice. I welcome all genders, sexualities, identities, ethnicities, and backgrounds. I work with LGBTQIA/Queer individuals with a attention to those in the Leather, Kink, Fetish and, BDSM community. My areas of focus are Gender and Sexuality, suicidal ideation (past and present), trauma, depression, anxiety, sexual violence, domestic and Intimate Partner Violence, and substance use. I work with individuals and couples in both conventional and unconventional relationships such as polyamory and nonmonogamy.
I have received my BA in psychology from Chicago State University. I finished 2 years at The Chicago school. I am in the MSEd program at Hunter College Mental Health. I am member of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the American Psychological Law Society (AP-LS).
Therapy is often serious, but I strive to promote an environment of relaxation and incorporate lighthearted humor and joy in each session.
