Jen Yerty (They/She)

Somatic Therapy (Body Centered)

I have training in somatic and mindfulness techniques pioneered by Bessel van der Kolk, Stephen Porges, Pat Ogden, Ron Kurtz, Babette Rothschild, and Peter Levine. I have specific training in Somatic Experiencing. 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, and enhance ability to stay in a calm nervous system state.

Brainspotting

I use brainspotting as one way 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.

Mindfulness-based

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.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

I find Internal Family Systems really helpful to better understand and have compassion for all of our parts, as we are all multiple. I work with IFS to connect with protective parts, exiled trauma parts, and managerial parts to create better communication with all parts of you.

PTSD

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, Brainspotting, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy for trauma processing.

Gender Identity

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 folks, and continue to update my training.

Anxiety

I have experience working with a range of anxiety disorders. I generally work on coping skills using mindfulness, gradual exposure, processing (ART, brainspotting), and a zen focus, along with practical behavioral interventions.

Depression

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 generally use CBT, experiential, and mindfulness practices to alleviate depression, and work with clients to find a purpose and meaning in their life, and find sources of support and happiness.

Cultural and Systemic Oppression

'To the privileged, equality feels like oppression.' Oppression takes on many forms in the lives of the oppressed, from financial challenges to negative self-talk, substance use to mental health challenges. Working on eliminating systemic oppression is a focus of my life and therapeutic work with clients.