Jen Emmerich

Jen Emmerich is an experienced therapist originally from Toronto, Canada, with over 25 years of dedication to mental health. She employs key therapeutic approaches for effectively addressing psychological conditions, emphasizing a robust medical background in evaluating biological factors. Her focus on cognitive methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), is complemented by an active and engaged style in her practice. Jen cultivates a welcoming atmosphere in her office, forgoing formal reception procedures to foster open communication. With significant multicultural experience and proficiency in several languages, she is prepared to support individuals adapting to Sedona or the USA. For over 12 years, she has balanced a private practice with part-time teaching and mentoring young university students. Jen's specialties encompass gender identity and LGBTQA concerns, eating issues and eating disorders, bariatric evaluation, and post-surgical support, as well as trauma-focused therapies for PTSD. As a seasoned therapist in relationship counseling and marital therapy, holding Gottman Level I certification, she adeptly works with couples in distress. Jen welcomes clients seeking counseling for various mental health concerns, with a particular emphasis on gender identity, sexuality, and trauma. As a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist, she is actively involved in sensitivity and staff training programs for agencies focused on addressing eating behaviors, LGBTQA issues, and trauma factors in the healthcare and public sectors.