Jennifer LaRusso, LMHC
My passion is helping people break through the patterns and beliefs that have kept them feeling stuck, guiding them on the journey to a happier, more fulfilling, balanced life.
The power of connection is at the heart of my work, as is the belief that a therapeutic relationship is grounded in trust and open communication. I meet each client with empathy, understanding, and kindness, striving to create a safe, collaborative, and supportive environment.
Psychotherapy can be transformative, providing the space to release thoughts and emotions that may be holding you back. Through this experience, I help you gain insight into your feelings and behaviors, and develop a deeper understanding of how you relate to yourself and others. As growth often requires both compassion and structure, my candid but thoughtful feedback helps clients move toward meaningful and lasting change.
My therapeutic approach is goal-oriented and tailored to meet each client’s individual needs, recognizing that everyone’s journey is unique. I take an integrative approach, working primarily from a person-centered foundation while incorporating techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based practices.
My Approach
With experience working with clients across diverse ages and backgrounds, I primarily work with adolescents and adults navigating life transitions and emotional challenges. My areas of focus include relationship concerns, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, parenting, and career-related challenges and transitions.
Complementing my clinical work is over fifteen years of experience coaching clients across a variety of professional sectors. I’ve supported those at every stage of their careers, particularly young professionals navigating growth and transition. I also have extensive experience empowering neurodiverse individuals throughout the disclosure and accommodations process.
Experience
Qualifications
A Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I hold both an Ed.M. in Mental Health Counseling and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in History from the College of the Holy Cross. I am also a certified Gallup Strengths Coach.