Jennifer Helsel-Battle, LPC, CCTP

she/her

Do you long to have a more fulfilling life? Is something getting in your way, keeping you stuck from truly living life and experiencing joy? Is pain from your past or worries about the future making it hard to enjoy the present? If any of these statements sound like you, I want you to know there is hope! Hello, I am Jen, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Michigan. I have worked with children, individuals, couples, and families for over 25 years.

SPECIALIZATIONS

  • Working with families

  • Couples therapy

  • Marital issues

  • Anxiety and depression

  • Trauma

  • EMDR

My Background

I have over 20 years working with children and families. I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy as well as the Gottman Method for Couples. I am trained in EMDR which is very effective in dealing with trauma. I use play therapy and experiential therapy when working with children.

I use a variety of techniques when working with clients. I find that being able to use different tools helps to be able to meet the client were they are at and helps in making the therapy more effective. I work with clients who struggle with marital issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Mosts of my clients feel comfortable to open up and express a gradual improvement of symptoms.

My Education

Master of Arts — Profesional Counseling

Central Michigan University

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional

TRAININGS AND CERTIFICATIONS

  • Youth Mental Health Certified

  • Trauma And Grief Dual Certification

  • EMDR Trainings

    • Gottman Couples Method

    • Emotional Focused Therapy

    • Youth ODD

    • Trauma

    • Attachment, Anxiety

    • Depression

    • DBT and CBT

Five Fun Facts

FAVORITE QUOTE

"Why fit in when you were born to stand out?" - Dr. Seuss

PETS

I have one very needy dog named Bronco. As soon as I get home he follows me wherever I go and can't wait for me to sit in my chair so he can sit with me.

FAVORITE SHOWS

I enjoy watching psychological thrillers and police dramas such as Criminal MInds, Bones etc.

HOBBIES

I enjoy gardening, canning, hunting, fishing, and crafting. I enjoy being outdoors and by the water. I also enjoy traveling even if it is just a road trip for the day.

SOMETHING INTERESTING ABOUT ME

I, along with my daughter, had a hobby farm. The farm consisted of horses, ducks, chickens, pigs, and goats. We became known as the place for misfit or abandoned animals. I often came home from work to a new animal or two.