Jaclyn Harvel

I am a Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHC) in the state of Florida and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois with years of experience in community settings and private practice working with couples and adults with (complex) trauma, attachment issues, relational struggles, depression, and areas managing anxiety, self-esteem, and life transitions.

I understand talking about difficult issues can be challenging and uncomfortable. My empathic, calm demeanor provides a safe space for couples and individuals to discuss problem areas in their lives. My goal is to build a trusting relationship, so, together we work on ways to improve those areas and lead a more fulfilling life

As a certified EMDR therapist and Certified Complex Trauma Professional, I understand the importance of educating clients about mental health symptoms and how the brain is affected by trauma. This allows clients to understand why they think, feel, and behave in the ways they do. Together, we work on identifying ways to improve self-worth, repair and maintain healthy relationships, and heal from past traumas.

I use an attachment focused approach, utilizing Ego State therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and solution-focused techniques. Eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is integrated into treatment when appropriate for those struggling with trauma symptoms and negative patterns of thinking. When working with couples, emotion-focused therapy (EFT) and Gottman’s method is utilized to improve emotional connection and secure attachments.