- Men's wellbeing focus
- Warm and direct approach
- Goal oriented
About Jennifer
Jennifer Forbes is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Illinois. She has 14 years of experience and built Seed of Hope Counseling Services to offer steady support for people in hard seasons. Jennifer brings a practical, faith-informed outlook and a clear focus on helping clients move forward.
She has worked in nonprofit and private settings since 2009. That work includes counseling individuals, couples, and families through grief, trauma, relationship strain, addiction, and life transitions. Jennifer has also consulted with agencies, helped design community programs, and taken part in regional clinical committees.
Her sessions aim to be straightforward and collaborative. She listens first, then helps clients set realistic goals and small steps toward them. She draws on approaches that center the person, address thoughts and behaviors, and use solution-focused planning when problems feel overwhelming.
Jennifer trained at Northern Illinois University, earning a bachelor’s in psychology and a master’s in applied family and child studies with a specialization in marriage and family therapy. She is a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapist (AAMFT).
People often come to her with relationship trouble, stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, or struggles with identity and intimacy. She also supports those coping with chronic illness, care responsibilities, career strain, and the aftermath of trauma. Her style is warm, direct, and goal-oriented.
How therapeutic approaches shape online care
Jennifer frequently uses client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in her work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, reflecting, and building trust so people feel heard and can notice their own answers. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and introduces practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. She will help clients name goals, try methods, and adjust the plan based on what fits best. That collaboration continues whether the work addresses anxiety, relationship patterns, or coping after trauma.
The biography does not detail which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Licensed professionals use these approaches to help clients practice new skills between meetings and track progress week to week.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jennifer commonly address?
She works with a wide range of issues including relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, sleep problems, parenting, self-esteem, career stress, and intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centered and practical. She listens first, helps set goals, and uses focused strategies to make change manageable.
What is her professional background?
She has 14 years of clinical experience, has led community program development, and has provided consulting and supervision in both nonprofit and private sectors since 2009.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
She holds the credential LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) and practices in Illinois.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.