Jessica Van der Merwe is a Counselor based in the USA. My areas of speciality include Anger Management, Codependency, Coping Skills, Eating Disorders, Family Conflict, Life Transitions, Self Esteem, Sexual Addiction, Sleep or Insomnia, and Stress. This profile is currently unclaimed; please validate the details are current when communicating with the mental health professional.
Therapist Overview
I believe everyone has innate wisdom in the power of their story. No matter what you face, or how long you have faced it, I believe there is hope for change. I aim to create a space for you that feels safe to explore your challenges while empowering you through reflection of your unique experiences and strengths. I work with issues such as complex trauma and abuse recovery, depression and anxiety, adult ADHD, and conflict in relationships. My clients see improvement in relationships and boundaries, greater self worth, improved regulation of emotions and thoughts, and heal from past betrayal and abuse. I value authenticity, warmth, humor, and creative problem solving. I am trained in trauma-informed care, Brainspotting therapy, Gottman Couples therapy, and use an Emotion-Focused lens to guide you in your goals. I focus on body, mind, spirit and cultural factors unique to each individual that would inform the best care and treatment outcomes. Emotional work is often the hardest work we will ever do. It doesn’t come without having the courage and readiness to face your challenges head-on. I consider my partnership with you as one of the greatest honors of my life. I encourage you to call me today and take the first step toward hope and healing.