Education

School:

Ball State University

Valparaiso University

Degree:

BS in Psychological Science

MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

In the therapy room, Jessi isn’t one to tiptoe around challenging topics. With a background in intensive settings, she’s mastered the art of staying grounded when the stakes are high, making her an invaluable support for teens, athletes, and first responders who often grapple with high-intensity challenges.

Jessi combines evidence-based approaches with a dose of humor, advocating that therapy isn’t just about feeling better, but about being better at feeling. She believes that every action is a vote for the person we want to become, and that meaningful change happens in everyday moments. Her work is deeply rooted in the present—the “here and now”—where real transformation begins.

At her core, Jessi is about pursuing wholeness over perfection. She’s quick to remind clients that growth is a journey, and sometimes that journey involves taking a hard look in the mirror. With a certificate in trauma-informed care, her approach ensures she recognizes and addresses deep-seated pain with sensitivity and expertise.

Jessi is a firm believer that life should be filled with meaning and significance. Her mantra? Pain might be unavoidable, but suffering is optional. If you’re looking for someone to challenge you, yet stand steadfastly by your side, Jessi’s your therapist. She’ll help you navigate the rough patches, cast votes for your future self, and find the significance in each step.

MY BLOG

Body Acceptance: Embracing Ourselves Where We Are

OCD Awareness Week: Understanding, Reframing, and Reclaiming Control

Issues Treated

Specialties

OCD
Trauma and Abuse
Sports Performance

Session Types

Telehealth
Individual Therapy
Child Therapy

Age Specialties

Preteens/Tweens (11 to 13)
Teenagers (14 to 19)
Emerging Adults (18-25)
Adults, Elders (65+)

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Existential Therapy
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Positive Psychology
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)