Jennifer Hayden, LPC

Jennifer Hayden is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 22 years of clinical experience supporting adults through stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, depression, relationship challenges, and a wide range of life transitions. She combines formal training and a practical, compassionate approach to help people navigate complex issues such as substance use, gambling disorders, eating and sleeping concerns, parenting and caregiver stress, chronic illness, and co-occurring conditions.

She holds dual licensure in mental health and substance use and has specialized training to address gambling-related problems. While she recognizes the medical model of disease and works to reduce stigma around diagnostic labels, she also emphasizes holistic healing that attends to emotional, relational, and practical aspects of recovery. That balance guides how she partners with each person to set realistic goals and build sustainable coping skills.

Jennifer is a trained EMDR therapist and uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing alongside other approaches when appropriate. She has been trained in multiple EMDR protocols, including those tailored for trauma and for addiction, and values approaches that extend beyond traditional talk therapy. Her work is rooted in respect, curiosity, and a desire to reduce suffering, and she welcomes the opportunity to walk with people through their healing process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Care

Jennifer Hayden integrates several therapeutic approaches to meet individual needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a trusting relationship and respecting each person’s pace and perspective; it helps people feel heard and supported while they explore goals and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and replace them with more effective strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and everyday stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-informed method that processes distressing memories and symptoms using structured protocols and can be particularly helpful for trauma and addiction-related targets.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jennifer works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, adjusting methods over time so the plan fits the person rather than forcing a single model. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in decisions about their care.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions happen - by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules or to continue care when in-person visits are difficult. These options support consistent engagement, timely check-ins, and the ability to use therapeutic tools in everyday contexts while working with a licensed professional.