Jeanne Spence, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Jeanne!

My initial approach is all about you, this is your time, you tell me what you want to share and what changes you want to make in your life. I may ask if you have been in therapy in the past, and what worked and didn't work for you.

My focus

I work with a wide range of clients, from young children to adults with varying life circumstances. I'm most comfortable with adolescents, young adults, and military (active, vets, and/or spouses). If there is a condition that I don't have experience or knowledge of, I will tell you.

My approach

My main approach is solution-focused with some humanistic, here and now, and CBT.

My communication style

My communication style is based on the client's wants and needs. I create a safe place for you to share what you want, and when I do ask hard questions, there is no pressure to answer.

My journey to mental healthcare

I had wanted to be a therapist since high school, and people throughout my life would come to me as a safe space to talk. I have been told I have a non-judgmental ambiance, and this happened a lot when I was in the Army. Soldiers would tell me about their personal lives and military struggles.

My goals for you

I want you to set your own goals. This is your time and your life, and I'm here to support you with any changes you want to make. If you are struggling to set a goal(s), I will help. I will ask you questions, such as what changes do you want to make in your life, and how we can make those changes.

Our first session

This is your time, you tell me what you want to share about yourself, and I will ask questions along the way to make sure we are a good fit. This is about you, your life, and your goals.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Humanistic

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

Military/Veterans

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University and a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Dominican College of San Rafael.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Jeanne Spence