Jessica George

Licensed Psychologist

I experienced depression and anxiety as an adolescent when there was still a significant stigma for these issues. I had a particularly hard time adjusting to college because I went far away from home where winter was very long. When I discovered psychology for my major and connected with a warm, kind therapist, I was able to better understand myself and know I wanted to help others in the same way. I'm a creative thinker, and I experience emotions deeply; therefore, I knew I wanted to focus on out-of-the-box strategies to help others feel their feelings in a safe space. I also knew I wanted to use the therapy relationship to heal after I became familiar (and in love with) Carl Rogers person-centered therapy. In addition to spending my career assisting other people through their trauma recovery, I have been collecting my own survivor experiences as well. I am a proud breast cancer survivor and single mother. I use my own survivorship and the countless testimonies of other survivors to fuel my passion for helping others move past their most difficult days. As a trauma-informed care expert, I respect, appreciate, and acknowledge the impact of every person's individual life experiences, as well as the value from diverse identities and groups.