Counseling Services of Dr. Jennifer Ballerini, Clinical Psychologist & EFT Couple Therapist

Is Therapy Right for Me?

People seek counseling for many reasons. You may need support managing anxiety and stress, overcoming depression, building healthier relationships, learning to talk about your feelings and needs, or healing from a painful personal history. I believe that we all have the capacity to heal and reach our goals — and that the right support can make all the difference in getting there. If you're interested in this kind of personal growth and self-exploration, I would love to help.

Go from Feeling…

Self-critical & insecure

Anxious & depressed

Reactive & Overwhelmed

Disconnected & Alone

Like You're Surviving

To Feeling…

Self-Confident & Authentic

Peaceful & Energetic

Mindful & Centered

Connected & Present

Like You're Thriving

Good therapy can be a life-changing experience. In twenty years of clinical practice, I've seen how counseling can lead to deep healing and lasting changes in our relationships with ourselves and with others. I love the process of getting to know each of my clients as individuals and learning how to give each of them the unique support and feedback they need to learn, heal, and grow. I feel privileged to be with them on their journeys of personal growth, accompanying their heartaches and cheering their successes on the way.

Issues I can help with:

Managing stress, anxiety, and conflict
Letting go of depression, self-criticism, and low self-esteem
Developing close, meaningful, healthy relationships
Healing from trauma, abuse, or hurtful experiences with emotionally immature parents or partners
Building better communication and assertiveness skills
Exploring who you are and what you want from life

“History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again.” — Maya Angelou

IN-PERSON & ONLINE OPTIONS

I offer both in-person and video sessions to my clients. Some of my clients find that they really prefer the safety and warmth of in-person sessions, while others find the flexibility and convenience of video sessions to be a game-changer in their busy lives. Numerous studies have shown “telehealth” to be equally effective as in-person therapy. Based on my real-world experience with clients, I've found that the studies are right — my clients and I have consistently been able to connect and do meaningful work together online. Whether you come to my Folsom office or meet with me on Zoom, know that I will make the same effort to know and connect with you, and to build the warm and safe relationship that's the foundation of all good therapy.