CJ is an integrative systemic therapist and pulls from many therapy models to create a client-centered, tailored experience that values authenticity, compassion, mindfulness, and humor. They provide individual, relationship, and sex therapy and welcome all configurations of partners & family members to participate in sessions. In the therapy room, CJ prioritizes a stance that is affirming and non-pathologizing, while also challenging clients at their growing edge and empowering them through knowledge.
CJ works through a culturally-sensitive lens and defers to her clients as the experts on their own experiences. They seek to create an environment that is affirming, inclusive, and celebratory of queer and gender-expansive folx, as well as the polyam/ENM and kink communities. They are trauma-informed, sex work-affirming, and knowledgeable in adult neurodiversity. With a long history in the performing arts, CJ has a special affinity with those in creative & non-traditional professions. They look forward to co-creating your therapeutic experience with you, no matter where you meet along the journey.
CJ’s special clinical interests include, but are not limited to: consensual/ethical non-monogamy, kink, exploring gender, neurodivergence in relationships (ie. Autism, ADHD, AuDHD), improving communication & building intimacy, infidelity, pregnancy & postpartum, musicians/actors/artists, adult children of alcoholics, attachment, trauma recovery & sexuality after trauma
CJ is an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and a graduate of Thomas Jefferson University’s Couple & Family Therapy program with departmental Honors and a specialization in Sex Therapy. They also provide clinical supervision and lectures in special topics in gender and sexual health.