“You’re not here by accident—you’re ready to find relief, reclaim your boundaries, and break free from the patterns that hold you back.”
About Jennifer Leupp
Welcome! I’m Jeni, a licensed holistic psychotherapist specializing in working with individuals who struggle with people-pleasing, trauma, and addictions find healing, balance, and self-compassion. In my practice I often find myself working with people who have been impacted by alcoholics and addicts and/or narcissists or emotionally immature people. My training and personal experience with these struggles help me to be able to serve you with a trauma-informed, grounded, and empathetic approach.
My Approach
I believe that every person carries the capacity for healing within them. My role is to guide you through a journey of self-discovery, helping you understand and care for the parts of yourself that may feel stuck, wounded, or overwhelmed. Using IFS (Internal Family Systems), we’ll explore the intricate network of your inner world, fostering a compassionate relationship with all aspects of yourself. With EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), we’ll work to process and release painful memories that might still be affecting your present life, allowing you to move forward with clarity and resilience.
Why I Do This Work
Having witnessed the profound transformation that occurs when individuals connect with their inner selves, I am deeply committed to supporting others on their path to healing. People-pleasing, trauma, and addictions are often rooted in unresolved experiences and unmet needs. Together, we’ll uncover the underlying patterns, working toward a life where you feel empowered to set boundaries, embrace your authenticity, and nurture meaningful connections.
What You Can Expect
In our work together, you can expect a safe, nonjudgmental space where your experiences are honored and your growth is celebrated. My approach is gentle yet effective, tailored to meet your unique needs. Whether you’re seeking to heal from past trauma, break free from addictive behaviors, or reclaim your sense of self, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Little About Me
In addition to being a licensed therapist, I am also a 500 hour+ certified yoga instructor and the author of Sobriety Workbook for Women. I enjoy using mindfulness practices and relaxation techniques that I learned in my yoga trainings in order to help my clients feel more grounded and centered. When I’m not in session, you can find me making electronic music and singing, practicing yoga, and eating amazing tropical fruit which helps me stay happy, grounded and inspired. I’m a firm believer in practicing what I preach—cultivating self-compassion and embracing my own journey of growth and healing.
WHAT SETS ME APART
I have a truly holistic approach to therapy, meaning I consider the whole body, mind and spirit when supporting your healing. I am passionate about nutrition, exercise, and adequate sleep being game changers when it comes to mental health, and I have been learning a lot about how underlying medical conditions can contribute to mental health such as infections, toxins, and vitamin deficiencies. I am connected with many professionals that I can connect you with that can help you to heal holistically such as holistic psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, nutritionists, dietitians, doctors and naturopaths. I actively seek new information about underlying medical causes of mental health issues and seek to build my referral network in order to provide excellent support for my clients.
Ready to Begin?
Reaching out is a brave first step. Whether you’re ready to schedule a session or just want to learn more, I’m here to answer any questions you may have. Let’s work together to help you rediscover your strength and build a life that feels truly yours.
My Educational Background
Degrees
Master of Social Work, Cal State Dominguez Hills (2017)
BA in Politics, University of California at Santa Cruz (2001)
LITERATURE & RESEARCH
Sobriety Workbook for Women (2022)
A Parental Nutrition Education Intervention: Mental and Behavioral Health in Low-income Schools (2016)
Trainings & CERTIFICATIONS
Certified EMDR Therapist (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician
IFS Level 1
IFS (Internal Family Systems) Informed EMDR
IFS for EMDR Therapists
The Neurobiology of Parts Work
Intro to IFS by Richard Schwartz
Certified Yoga Instructor (500+ hours)
Special Considerations for EMDR with Austitic and ADHD Clients
EMDR Addiction Protocols
Buddhist Psychology, EMDR & Addictions
Integrated Treatment of Chronic Pain and Chronic Health Conditions (EMDR)
Flash Technique for Trauma: Rapid Trauma Processing for Clinicians Using EMDR, CPT, DBT, CBT & IFS
The Dance of Attachment: An EMDR Relational Approach
Seeking Safety
PESI Grief Summit
Motivational Interviewing
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy)
Vippasana Silent Meditation Retreats