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Think of the relationship of adoptive parents, birth parents and the adopted child as points on a triangle. And while adoption is generally a satisfying experience, trauma does sometimes occur at one point or another of this “adoption triangle.” For the birth parents, feelings of loss; for the adoptive parents, feelings of sorrow at their inability to conceive; for the adoptee, no matter his/her age - confusion. Acknowledgment of these feelings, each to the other, can bring understanding and relief.
Jillian Chelsey, MA
MFT # 46156
Jillian Chesley, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, has spent the past twenty years focused on understanding human behavior in relationships. With a passion for inspiring individuals to claim their own personal excellence, Jillian’s expertise is understanding interpersonal dynamics, and successfully coaching individuals, couples, families and groups into reaching their highest self. Jillian’s background includes a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Communication, a ten year career as a Technical/Corporate Instructor and ten years providing coaching with a Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. In addition to her private practice, Jillian has taught psychology and management classes for University Of Phoenix and is completing her book Mental Health For Consumers.
When working with clients, whether individually, in couple's/family therapy, or in groups, Jillian's primary theoretical focus is Bowen Theory.
Bowen Theory is a comprehensive way of thinking that has proven to be effective, not only with families, but in all realms of individual and relationship problems.
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Office: Private Location In Santa Cruz
Assistance Hours
Mon – Sat 9:00am – 8:00pm
Sunday – CLOSED
Phone Number: (831) 331-0081