Find your calm in the storm
Welcome to Mind Talk Counseling space! If you are having trouble with anxiety, relationships, or moving forward in life, therapy is a great place to start! Finding the right therapist can be super challenging, that is why I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation so that we can see if we are a good match.
Jennifer La Torre, LCSW
My approach to therapy is open and judgement free. I am naturally curious and enjoy hearing your unique story . If you are suffering from anxiety, depression, feeling generally stuck in life, or having difficulty with relationships, therapy can help! Sometimes in life we have to get out of our comfort zone in order to start change. For many, booking that first appointment can be really scary. My clients have reported that I am approachable and easy to talk with, making the process really smooth, especially at the beginning. Booking a consultation can be the first step in your journey to feeling better. Give me a call at 972-472-2728 and let’s chat!
Top 10 Reasons to Start Therapy — Invest in Lasting Well‑Being
Gain clarity and self‑awareness
Therapy helps you understand patterns, beliefs, and emotions that shape your decisions. Increased self‑awareness leads to better choices at work, in relationships, and for your health.Reduce stress and manage anxiety
Learn practical tools to lower daily stress and interrupt anxious loops. Evidence‑based techniques (breathing, grounding, cognitive restructuring) produce measurable relief and improved functioning.Improve mood and treat depression
Therapy provides structured, effective approaches to reduce depressive symptoms, restore motivation, and rebuild interest in life — without judgment and at your own pace.Strengthen relationships and communication
Therapy teaches skills to express needs clearly, set boundaries, and resolve conflicts. Stronger communication improves work dynamics, friendships, and romantic partnerships.Build resilience and cope with life transitions
Whether facing loss, career change, parenthood, or relocation, therapy strengthens coping skills so you adapt, recover faster, and find opportunity in change.Break unhealthy habits and patterns
Therapists help identify triggers and design step‑by‑step plans to replace destructive behaviors with healthier choices that align with your goals.Heal from trauma and past wounds
Trauma‑informed therapy offers safe, effective paths to process painful experiences, reduce symptoms, and restore a sense of safety and control.Improve self‑esteem and confidence
Therapy helps you challenge negative self‑talk, celebrate strengths, and develop a more compassionate, realistic self‑view that supports growth and achievement.Enhance performance and productivity
Mental clarity, emotional regulation, and reduced distraction translate to better focus, decision‑making, and sustained productivity at work or school.Receive confidential, personalized support
Therapy offers a private, nonjudgmental space with a trained professional who listens, tailors approaches to your needs, and holds you accountable to real change.
What is EMDR and why is that my modality of choice?
Although I use many tools to help reduce anxiety, EMDR is the most effective. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is one of the most researched and evidence-based therapies for trauma related conditions, particularly PTSD. Although most common for PTSD, EMDR is also effective for treating other mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, and even some chronic pain conditions.
“As you start to walk on the way, the way appears. Clarity doesn’t come before action. It comes from action.”
— Rumi