About Me
Welcome. I'm so glad you're here!
I'm Jessica Byrd (she/her), therapist and owner of Embodied Empowerment Counseling Services. I'm a licensed therapist who specializes in providing therapy for women who want to find balance and peace in their lives.
I believe that people heal best when they have access to a space where they are seen, heard, and able to be their authentic selves. I create a collaborative, comfortable therapeutic space where you will feel engaged, supported, and appropriately challenged as you work towards your goals.
As a therapist, it's my goal that you are able to create a life that feels both fulfilling and sustainable. I want to help you understand the experiences that brought you here so that you can feel more aligned with your authentic self as you navigate the world.
My Trainings and Credentials
Master of Social Work: Washington University in St. Louis
Licensed Clinical Social Worked: Arizona Board of Behavioral Health #18618
Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider (CIMHP): Led By Colleen Burns, LMHC, LADCI
Mental Health Professional Certificate Course: American Society for Reproductive Medicine
My Background and Experience
My clinical experience and training have focused on women’s mental health in areas related to body image, sexuality, reproductive health, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, and relationships. I've been working with in the field of women’s mental health for nearly a decade and have experience working in a variety of settings including women’s shelters and outreach programs, the criminal justice system, women’s reproductive health centers, eating disorder treatment centers, and outpatient private practices.
Causes I Care About
My experiences as a woman, social worker, and therapist have taught me the importance of women having access to spaces where they are able to make informed, educated choices about their own bodies.
I am particularly passionate about empowering women to consciously engage in their sexual and reproductive health. As a therapist I create a safe, educated space for women to address sexual and reproductive concerns that impact their overall mental health and wellbeing.
Getting Started!
Are you looking for a therapist who can meet you where you're at and help you thrive?
You're in the right place. The right therapist can bring you the confidence and clarity you need to feel like you can move forward with your life. As a therapist, I am dedicated to empowering you to live the most authentic life possible.
Let's work together as you reconnect to what matters most to you. Contact me for a free 15 minute phone consultation to learn more about how we might work together. I look forward to hearing from you!