About Me

Jay is an LCSW therapist, who works with individuals from adolescents to elders. While Jay enjoys working with clients from diverse backgrounds, he has focused particularly on working with queer and trans individuals, POC communities, Neurodivergent clients (autism spectrum, ADHD, Gifted & Learning Differences), and people with a range of disability experiences. Jay loves having opportunities to support clients in moving towards their emotional, social, and academic life goals.

Jay has years of experience in integrative client-centered therapy, and draws upon multiple therapeutic models including: psychodynamic, harm reduction, motivational interviewing, seeking safety, and trauma aware treatment.

Particular areas of Interest

Autism Spectrum, with Disabilities/Differently Abled,  in gender transition and across LGBTQQI lifespans, clients coping with major life transitions, Students, esp. Graduate Students, Sex positive and Kink Aware therapy. Working with clients ages 14-25, and 65 and up.  

Modalities and Clinical Values

Feminist Psychotherapy from a Social Justice Stance, Disability Empowerment Focus, Fat positive and size accepting- HAES (Health At Every Size) lens around eating, movement, and body acceptance.  

Location

At this time, during COVID-19, for the safety of all involved, I'm primarily seeing clients vie telehealth (video) sessions, with some limited in-person appointments availably on Mondays only. After our initial intake session, we may choose to meet occasionally by phone, or in person if needed.

Jay is unable to accept new clients at this time