Women's Issues

I know personally that folks who identify as women have distinct histories, thoughts, world views, and intergenerational trauma that can lead to difficulty in making changes. That is why I look at difficulties in the present and what has happened in the past, including your epigenetics (family history passed down in DNA through generations), the culture you were brought up in, and the messages you recieved throughout your years and how they shaped who you are.

I specialize in helping women and femme-identifying persons through the impacts of burnout, relationship trauma, and sexism. Personally, I have endometriosis and understand the deficit in medical support for women. My volunteerism has been deeply rooted in providing legal support for rape victims, and in supporting those impacted by reproductive injustice.

I specialize in treating women's concerns including: Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Grief & Loss, Infidelity, Betrayal, Assertiveness/Communication Skills, Intimacy, Infidelity, Family of Origin Problems, Getting "unstuck", Career, Mid-Life, Empty Nest, Dating, Self-Esteem, Coping Skills, Relationship Dissatisfaction, Reinventing Self, Starting Over, Adult Child Aging Parent Relationship, Codependency, Boundary Setting, Stress

Menopause. Peri-menopause. Can we just take a 'hot' moment and talk about this time of our life! Weight gain. Hormonal fluctuations. Foggy thought processing. Changing skin. Did I mention weight gain? Menopause and peri-menopause is a time of life that can be challenging and overwhelming with so many changes happening. And it can cause anxiety, stress and depression symptoms. Taking time to work through some of these changes may be the most important, productive thing you can do.

I have experience with assisting women in building self-esteem, life coaching, self-confidence, increasing communication skills, self empowerment, self-love, body image, relationship concerns, and sexuality.

Are you struggling with difficult relationships? Have you been noticing a pattern of dating narcissists, abusive or unkind people? Do you want to get to the root of what is going on? EMDR Therapy can help. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is an evidenced-based treatment for trauma that is known for it's gentle and effective approach. Visit my website to learn more and set up a free 15 minute consult: https://jenimarie.org

So many women struggle with the notion of not feeling worthy or good enough. Negative societal messages and often familial narratives create a whirlwind of "shoulds" that may not fit you. I welcome you to explore those constructs and retain what works for you and break free from the ones that don't! I invite you to an affirming space where your individuality is valued, embraced and celebrated! Let's work together to develop your own unique narrative!

I work with women at all stages in their lives. I have particular training and background with perinatal mental health challenges including infertility, infant loss, new parents, new identities and mom and parenting challenges. I have been working with the Baby Blues Connection organization for over 10 years and work with clients individually, a couples and in groups. I have personal experience in this arena and find this work important and much needed for our communities.

Being a woman has never been easy....and today's issues come with their own hopes and major challenges. I can help you find your voice, and address concerns related to career/burnout or re-inventing your perspective.

All my training and reading has stressed issues of self-esteem, lack of assertiveness, and the cost of a patriarchal society on girls and women. Have helped many women change their self-image and body-image along with that.

Women are effected in a unique way by social stressors and work/family life. Since the pandemic, the pressure on women in both career and home have accelerated. For some women, this has meant leaving work to be home, creating anxiety about finances and feeling unfulfilled. For others, it has meant a shift in career and needing to take on more responsibility while feeling depressed and isolated. I assist women in finding their voice and working on their goals, while helping find balance.

I specialize in women's issues such as grief with pregnancy loss, infertility, and self-esteem/body image. I understand the loss that we can feel when our world has been turned upside down. My job is to help you process and navigate this loss and together we can cultivate some acceptance by rewriting your reproductive story.

I have worked with women in my private practice for ten years. I chose for my practice to be female only, because I felt that women have unique issues related to reproduction and food that were not being addressed in my community. Prior to private practice, I worked with the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center, as well as Planned Parenthood League of MA.

With expertise in women's issues, I provide tailored support, empowering women to navigate life's challenges, from mental health to learning how to own their voices and narratives, and minimize shame and doubt.

Do you struggle with feeling valued, seen or heard? Have you felt untethered to your self-image or uncomfortable in your body? I work with women to develop confidence and feel comfortable in their bodies at any size. Together, we will explore with curiosity the ways in which you struggle and feel pain, and how you have learned to cope and adapt. Unlearning and processing what makes life hard for us can be a daunting task. Asking for help when you need it is brave first step.