Meet Jena

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Jena Salon (she/her), MSW Candidate

Jena is a person-centered, trauma-informed clinician working towards the healing and empowerment of all people. Jena integrates eclectic techniques such as narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, attachment-based and relational approaches. She supports individuals working through life transitions, pregnancy, parenting, and more.

Jena has extensive experience working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, abuse, trafficking, and individuals experiencing homelessness. In this work she supported individuals navigating complex systems while managing lack of safety, grief, identity shifts, and powerlessness. She is especially passionate about supporting all people to feel safe in their bodies, their relationships, and the world.

Jena received her BA from Wesleyan University in religion and anthropology and is an MSW candidate at Simmons University. In addition to her clinical training, Jena has her MFA in creative writing and is dedicated to helping individuals tell their own stories.

Jena is an out of network provider. Her therapy rate is $75/session. A superbill is available for direct insurance reimbursement.

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Please note: All sessions must be virtual in the state of MA or in person in Acton, MA.

Specialties

Trauma & PTSD
Parenting
Domestic Violence
Gender & Sexuality


Common Concerns

Emotional overwhelm
Anxiety & stress
Recovery from abuse
Life transitions
Career stress

Therapy Approaches

Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Narrative Therapy
Attachment Work

Relational Therapy

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