Jacquelyn Gurrieri, M.A., LMFT
Well, hello there! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in sunny Orange County California and I'm happy to help you get your life together! With over 4 years of experience in the field and over a decade in addiction treatment, I'm basically a superhero. My own experiences in therapy and recovery have given me the opportunity to help others transform their lives. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues or family drama, I'm here to provide a unique perspective and make you laugh along the way. So, let's get started on this wild ride together! I offer therapy service for individuals, couples and families who may be struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, sex issues, gender identity, LGBTQIA+ challenges, communication issues, body image and distorted eating experiences.
Becoming a therapist has been an absolutely amazing journey for me! I've always had a passion for helping people and have been inspired by so many others before me to pursue this career. I absolutely love learning about people's behaviors, communication styles and relationship needs. I never tire of hearing people's stories and life experiences. When I'm not busy being a therapist, you can find me indulging in my love for all things Disney and Harry Potter, playing with my adorable puppy and building Lego creations. I also enjoy staying active with swimming, pilates, tennis and whipping up delicious meals and treats in the kitchen. Being involved in community work and in 12-step programs is also a huge part of my life. And of course, spending quality time with my amazing friends and family always puts a smile on my face!
Jacquelyn’s Focus
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Whether you're looking into a new career, starting a new relationship or going through a life crisis, therapy can be a great temporary support while you walk through those life transitions. It’s always helpful to have someone by your side, helping you through those experiences.
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Being an Ally, I take an affirming approach with all my clients and accept and understand the spectrum of gender identity and sexuality. I continue to educate myself on the various ways I can support LGBTQIA+ individuals. I also support and have experience working with poly couples and polycules.
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I take a body neutrality approach with body image issues. We address the route cause of those issues and create acceptance of the neutral experience of a healthy relationship with your body. I suggest an intuitive eating approach when it comes to nutrition. Looking at no foods as bad and again creating neutrality with food. This is just my opinion,and I am always willing to educate, but I am not a nutritionist nor am I certified in nutrition counseling.
