Jennifer J. Marks is a Psychologist based in the USA. My areas of speciality include Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Codependency, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, and Self Esteem. This profile is currently unclaimed; please validate the details are current when communicating with the mental health professional.
Therapist Overview
Dr. Marks specializes in the treatment of adolescent and adult, mood and behavioral disruptions, chronic mental illness, and familial discord. She is also the author of “Breaking Down Barriers Between Mothers and Daughters: An Interactive Guide to Mother-Daughter #RelationshipGoals.” Dr. Marks developed a technique for interpersonal effectiveness which focuses on validation, affirmation, and encouragement (VAE). Effectively engaging in these three behaviors are essential to effective communication as well as self-esteem building. Individuals must be able to validate, affirm, and encourage themselves and others to overcome difficulties. Dr. Marks integrates her VAE model with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Skills Training, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy. She specializes in treatment of unstable self image, unstable interpersonal relationships, fears of abandonment, and difficulties coping with past traumatic experiences.