About
Originally from the US, Jessica now happily calls Australia home after living and working here for over eighteen years. She has three beautiful children, two dogs, and two cats.
Through her own personal journey, Jessica learned that healing happens best when it integrates body, mind, and soul. From the food we eat and the way we exercise, to our thought patterns and how we feel things in our bodies - it is all interrelated.
Education
BA Psychology
MA Counselling Psychology
Level 3 Internal Family Systems
Special interests
Anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, eating disorders, life transitions, spirituality.
Style
Jessica will guide you with compassion and honesty. By becoming mindful of your thoughts and what is going on within your body (somatic experiencing), we can work towards true healing. There is never judgement or shaming, only a held space to uncover whatever is needing to be heard and experienced.
Modality & Approach
Gestalt, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, person-centred, DBT.
PERSONAL INSIGHT
What is a quote or phrase you live by?
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom” — Anais Nin
What is one food you can’t live without?
I love Thai food…of any kind.
What book have you read more than once?
The Power of Now
What is your favourite music to practice to?
I love good Jazz…Miles Davis never goes astray.
What makes you happy?
Nuzzling my face under the mane of a horse, and sunrises/sunsets over the beach.
What makes you feel grounded?
Being in nature, and belly laughs with my children.
What is one thing you do daily that supports your mental and emotional well-being?
I come up with a list of between 10-15 things I am grateful for every day
What is your favourite place in Coffs Harbour?
Boambee dog beach (with my dogs of course!).