Jennifer Rugala Persicone

My communication style

I use honesty and humor -- and sometimes "cuss" words! I believe that therapy is a safe space to say what needs to be said, laugh out loud, and also to have a good cry. Therapy works best when individuals don't feel like they have to screen what they think, feel, and say.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist because I was a kid who was in and out of doctors' offices for chronic illness. As a teen, I needed a therapist to help me see myself as more than my illness and help me get me towards my goals. I still do therapy myself when I need to get back on track and find myself.

My goals for you

I help clients set goals from the very first session and review them often in therapy sessions. Goals are needed to help both the client and therapist understand what progress has been made and what still needs to be addressed.

Our first session

I want to get to know your story and what brings you to therapy. Clients don't come to therapy because they are broken -- Individuals come to therapy because the old stuff isn't working, and they need help with a new tool kit and skills.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Spiritual