Jennifer Yerty (she/they)

I have training in somatic and mindfulness techniques pioneered by Bessel van der Kolk, Stephen Porges, and Peter Levine. I have specific training in Somatic Experiencing for trauma processing. This practice involves a lot of silence as we slow down and listen to your system and how it reacts to the world around you. We begin to notice your system gently pendulating from positive to negative and back, which is how systems are actually supposed to work.

I use a trauma-informed mindfulness practice that incorporates zen and cognitive behavioral techniques. This can include sitting and walking meditations, focused object practices, and mantras. I also integrate yoga into sessions, and offer hatha, restorative, beginner, and restorative yoga groups that are covered by insurance.

I use brainspotting to process trauma. This modality is similar to EMDR but with some differences in procedure. What I like about it is that clients don't need to talk to process their trauma, and I've seen real results from clients who have undergone this treatment. It's very challenging work and not something I will do right away with clients, as I want folks to have a good understanding of their system and how to regulate before they go into a brainspotting intensive session.

I am a certified trauma specialist through PESI, and have training in working with clients with PTSD, complex PTSD, and DID. I've also been asked to speak to graduate classes as a specialist in this field. I use a variety of techniques, but begin by working through Judith Herman's 3-stage process that prioritizes establishing safety before processing trauma and terminating treatment. I am trained in Somatic Experiencing and Brainspotting for trauma processing.

I have experience working with a range of anxiety disorders, including Generalized Anxiety, OCD, and other ways that this can manifest. I generally work on coping skills using mindfulness and a zen focus, along with practical behavioral interventions. Depression is often part of the package with anxiety. I've worked extensively with depression, from mild to severe, and found that many people don't even know when that's what they're suffering from.

I specialize in LGBTQ populations, including trans, non gender-conforming, and poly populations. I consider it an honor to be trusted by so many in this community. I have specialized training in working with LGBTQ populations, especially trans, and continue to update my training.