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Hi! I'm Jen Whitlock. If the only therapist you have ever seen is Jennifer Melfi, fugget-about-it. I share the first name with the Sopranos psychologist, but I don't share the distant "professional" stance.
I'm more of the "fun" therapist. Of course I take emotional discussions seriously. It's just that I value authenticity, and I happen to be a playful person. Laughter can help build a friendly therapeutic relationship. What's that Mary Poppins song? "A Spoon full of sugar helps the medicine go down."
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I have more than 30 years experience helping adults and teens create a more authentic and vibrant life. You want theories? I integrate techniques from Humanistic Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Psychodrama, Gestalt and Internal Family Systems - whatever suits my clients' needs.
As you can tell by the name of my joint, creativity is crucial to me. I am a Writer, a Comic Actor, a Costume Creator and the Queen of the Big Easy Easton Brass Band. You may see me marching around the neighborhood in a feather headdress or an Ursula costume. This is not they teach in dress for success trainings, but this is my brand of authenticity.
Let me help you express your True Colors.
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My Specialties
I have a soft spot for nonconformists: Folks with blue hair; Artists; Free Spirits. Individuals who are quirky, unique and creative. While self expression is enlivening, it can perplex conformists, and create loneliness and doubt until one develops confidence and finds kindred spirits.
I am well versed in treating bipolar disorder. I have given lectures on the topic, and I was the professional advisor for DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) Succasunna for four years. Here's an introduction to how I treat bipolar disorder.
I welcome the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning population. These are not problems that must be cured, but there are challenges unique to people outside the mainstream. I can help people come out to loved ones, deal with harassment or merely discuss relationships without having to change the pronoun.
I have special knowledge of transgender issues, as I have worked with the population for more than 16 years, and I have presented workshops on gender issues at such venues as Columbia University, Vernon High School, the New Jersey Counseling Association, the Mazzoni Center's Philadelphia TransHealth Conference, Gender Conference East and others. I can write letters for hormone therapy or surgery, if appropriate, using the WPATH Standards of Care, Version 8, as a guideline.
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Book a free 15-minute telehealth appointment to talk to Jen and see if you're a good match.
Keep in mind I do telehealth sessions and do not have an office for in-person visits.
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