Meet Jennifer Sylvia at Kimina Counseling, LLC in Auburn, MA

Jennifer Sylvia, known as Jenn, is a passionate and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW) based in both North Carolina and Massachusetts. 

Jennifer Sylvia uses a variety of therapeutic interventions, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MBCBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Somatic Experiencing, and Narrative Therapy. Her approach is strengths-based, client-centered, and trauma-informed, with a focus on empowering clients as they work through their healing journey.

Jennifer Sylvia believes that expressive arts—such as music, movement, art, and writing—are powerful tools that can help clients connect with their emotions and experiences in ways that words alone may not fully capture. These creative approaches allow for deeper expression, often facilitating breakthroughs in emotional understanding and healing.

Jennifer Sylvia believes that therapy is a collaborative process where clients are supported in rediscovering their inner strengths and healing abilities. She views therapy as a space where individuals can reconnect with their truest selves, develop coping skills, and gain insights to navigate life’s challenges.

Jennifer Sylvia has experience working with youth, adolescents, and adults in various settings, including school, partial hospitalization, and outpatient care. Recently, her focus has been on working with adults who are navigating grief, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship trauma, and life transitions.

Jennifer Sylvia graduated with her Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts in 2018. She also holds an undergraduate degree in Theater Arts and Creative Expressions from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, which helps her approach therapy with creativity and empathy.

Jennifer Sylvia is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can show up as they are. Her therapy space is designed to help individuals feel comfortable while exploring difficult emotions and experiences.

Jennifer Sylvia offers telehealth sessions, allowing clients to meet with her from the comfort of their own homes. This flexibility makes it easier for clients in North Carolina and Massachusetts to access therapy that fits their schedule and needs.

Jennifer Sylvia believes that everyone has the capacity to heal themselves, and therapy is meant to support clients in discovering or rediscovering the skills and strategies needed to live a life that aligns with their authentic self. She is there to guide clients through the journey of healing, always empowering them along the way.

Jennifer Sylvia creates an integrative space where clients can explore their emotions, thoughts, and life experiences, especially those that may feel overwhelming or complicated. She is committed to helping individuals navigate through anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, and other life challenges in a supportive, nonjudgmental way.