Tag Archives: Clients

the butterfly and the spiderweb

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Dr. Jenni

Many years ago I worked at a Christian treatment center for addictions with clients ranging from physicians and judges to homeless men and women, all who were psychologically dependent on alcohol, cocaine, heroin, sex, gambling, eating, the internet, working, etc. … Continue reading →

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fitty/fitty

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Dr. Jenni

I’ll never forget a couple that I saw years ago who came into my office stating plainly that they were getting a divorce. They had selected me as the future therapist for their seven year old little girl (who I’ll … Continue reading →

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it’s the barks that one day we will miss most…

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Dr. Jenni

Wherever I go, she goes — her golden eyes tracking mine with supreme adoration and never-ending worship. Her name is Talula. Weighing in at ninety pounds, she curls her body into a tightly wound ball, sleeping between my husband and … Continue reading →

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What makes a relationship sustainable, connected and enjoyable?

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Dr. Jenni

illustration from Soul Mates (www.jennisart.com) I have been seeing couples for over fifteen years in my private practice, the Center for Creative Psychology. During our first session, all couples sit on opposite sides of my couch, their arms crossed, their … Continue reading →

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Flickers of Gold

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Dr. Jenni

In a hurry to leave for my five year old’s friend’s “American Girl” birthday party, I search through my closet for something to wear. I have just finished breastfeeding my three month old,  cleaning up my dogs throw-up (who got … Continue reading →

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A party for your angels

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Dr. Jenni

A few days ago an old client called inviting me to a unique party that she was having for all of the ‘angels’ who had affected her life. She had contacted a handful of people who, over the years had … Continue reading →

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What memories will you leave behind?

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Dr. Jenni

Many years ago I had a next door neighbor who lived in the apartment next to mine in Beverly Hills. She was an elderly woman (a.k.a Rosie) who never had any visitors. She had no children, no pets and as … Continue reading →

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How do you define the word soul?

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Dr. Jenni

Webster’s dictionary defines soul in the following ways: 1 : the immaterial essence, animating principle, or actuating cause of an individual life 2 : the spiritual principle embodied in human beings, all rational and spiritual beings, or the universe 3 … Continue reading →

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Life flashes before our eyes

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Dr. Jenni

Recently, a client of mine had a scare that she could possibly have cancer. Her diagnosis turned out to be benign however the moments of not knowing whether or not she would be diagnosed with the disease shifted her whole … Continue reading →

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Psychologists Can Awaken Our Souls…

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Dr. Jenni

A client who came to me with symptoms of anxiety or depression was not just a “label” in the DSMIV, but a spiritual being disconnected from her true purpose or calling. Digging deeper, beyond the surface and into the world … Continue reading →

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