Wendy Jones, AMFT has a Masters in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in marriage and family therapy. She’s also a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (CA only). Wendy has an extensive background working with at-risk teens and young adults, and specializes in empowering teens and young adults to heal from complex trauma and its symptoms including anxiety and depression. While we often think of early trauma as arising almost solely from abuse or neglect, she also works with clients to overcome the often-unspoken wounds left by significant losses, bullying, difficult life transitions, community violence, hospital stays, divorce, and even difficulty connecting with a parent who was overburdened with responsibilities or who suffered from their own childhood trauma. These challenging experiences can leave lasting impacts on our self-esteem, relationships, even physical health. Wendy uses a holistic approach that goes beyond symptom reduction and supports the mind-body connection. She creates a safe, compassionate space where she collaborates with clients to address the root causes of anxiety, depression, shame, anger, chronic health conditions, relationship stressors, and even oppositional defiant behaviors. To do this, Wendy utilizes concepts from holistic modalities like the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), Internal Family Systems, the Polyvagal Theory and other trauma-informed methodologies. Wendy is also highly trained and has certifications in holistic health, so she can offer recommendations on natural approaches to healing the chronic health conditions that can often accompany distressing emotions. Wendy’s passion for this work is deeply personal. It fuels her understanding and empathy and allows her to act as a fierce advocate for her clients as they navigate and heal from overwhelming challenges. Along the way, Wendy has discovered that healing is fostered by self-compassion, a vitally important quality she encourages by bringing a positive and supportive energy to every session. Wendy is excited to invite you on a journey to lasting healing, self-acceptance, and empowerment.