Meet Jen Taylor

Hi I'm Jen Taylor....

and I'm a bit like an 

octopus

I have my hands in a lot of different things.

Photo of an Octopus

Here's how I might be able to help you:

NEED THERAPY?

If you are looking for therapy, I am only taking new clients in-person, in Baltimore and through Jewish Community Services.  

You can join the waiting list by calling JCS at 410-466-9200.

MORE THERAPY RESOURCES

NEED A TRAINER?

I provide play therapy training and journaling workshops locally and internationally. 

I also host recorded training from play therapy leaders and plan live play therapy events and retreats. 

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NEED INSPIRATION?

I send out a weekly email with an inspiring story and a journal prompt to help you get your creative juices flowing.  Follow my facebook page to get inspirational quotes and stories about turning the impossible into reality. 

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Need to Know More About Jen Taylor?


Right now, my focus is on three things:

 1) mental health education and wellness programs that help people find joy through play at any age,

 2) creating meaningful training for therapists and professionals;

3) designing and hosting creative, therapeutic projects for all people using the latest research on journaling, flowers and nature, storytelling, and whatever else catches my attention! 

MY RESUME

Education

  • Bachelor in Social Work from The University of West Florida
  • Master's in Social Work from Florida State University
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2008 (in Florida) and also licensed in Maryland.
  • Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (150+ Hours of Specialized Training)
  • EMDR Certified Clinician,  Approved Consultant
  • Certified Journal to The Self Instructor
  • Published Author in several Play Therapy books. 
  • TF-CBT Certified,  FirstPlay Kinesthetic Storytelling Certified Practitioner, AutPlay Certified
  • Gottman Method Trained (Level 1 & Level 2) 

Experience

  • 20 Years Experience with Children and Families including child abuse and neglect, chronic and terminal illnesses, developmental disabilities, and complex trauma and attachment.
  • Adjunct Professor at the University of Memphis and previously taught at the University of West Florida
  • National and International presenter on play therapy topics
  • Creator of the Play Therapy Summit online play therapy conference
  • Published Author in 3 Edited Play Therapy Books
  • Approved Provider of Continuing Education for the  National Board of Certified Counselors
  • Wife, Mom of Multiples (that counts, right?)

Don't just wish for things, let's work for them (together). Join Our Mailing list!

Warning: The strategies and information I send often encourage people to read more books, take more classes, and live a more intentionally joyful life.
But I only send you things I REALLY believe in.

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