Jennie Vila, EdM, LPC, ACS, CIMHP
Licensed Professional Counselor
Edison, NJ
Online only
Free initial consultation
About me
I believe that all people have the ability to live a happy and successful life. I also know that happiness and success are subjectively defined and there is no single route or easy answer to achieving them. That's why I don't have a "one size fits all" approach to my work. Each client has a unique experience which is created by and caters to their unique needs, strengths and abilities. I am very passionate about mental health, wellness and recovery, and advocacy and education related to mental health.
I've been working in the field of mental health for over 16 years. I recently self-published an interactive mental health workbook and corresponding oracle card deck titled "You're Not As Broken As You Think You Are" based on common themes I've said and observed while working in this field. I'm passionate about holistic wellness and utilizing complimentary and alternative treatment options in addition to standard talk therapy and/or psychiatric medication. I have been a champion for the underdog since I was a child, always standing up for what is right and fighting for equality. In both my personal and professional life, I continue to be an active advocate for social equality, LGBTQIA rights, and mental health awareness, providing education and reducing stigma for people who are often marginalized by society.
License
License(s)
Professional certifications
Education
Rutgers University
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$75 - $150Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- United Healthcare
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Optum
Specialties and clinical interests
- Anxiety
- Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders
- Body Image
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Gender Identity
- Grief & Loss
- Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs)
- LGBTQIA+
- Life Coaching
- Mental Health Professionals
- Nutrition
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Pet Loss
- Pre-Marital & Marital Issues
- Relationships
- Self-Esteem
- Sexual Identity
- Sleep Disorders
- Stress/Stress Management
- Suicidality
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Complementary or Alternative Medicine
- Mindfulness
- Motivational Interviewing
- Positive Psychology
Community specialties
- LGBTQIA+
- Health at Every Size (HAES)
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adults (18+)
- Individuals
- Couples
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Website and social media