Dr. Jessica Bagneris

You’ve probably spent a lot of time trying to make things work. You’ve read the books, tried different approaches, had the hard conversations, and stayed hopeful through the ups and downs. But despite your efforts, the same patterns keep surfacing. Maybe connection still feels out of reach, or the overwhelm continues to build. Therapy can offer space to pause, reflect, and grow with support that meets you where you are and helps you move toward the change you’re ready for.

I hold a PhD in Social Work with a specialization in Family Studies. I’m a therapist, researcher, and educator who works with individuals, couples, and families navigating relational stress, trauma, identity shifts, and emotional exhaustion. I specialize in helping people explore what’s beneath the surface and create new ways of relating with others and with themselves. I bring years of experience focused on attachment, trauma, and relational health through both clinical practice and academic research. This work is not just my profession. It is what I live, teach, and continue to study with intention and heart.

My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in compassion. I believe that healing happens in the context of safe and supportive connection. I tailor therapy to each client, drawing from Emotionally Focused Therapy, the Gottman Method, and family systems work. My lens is always trauma-responsive and culturally affirming. Whether we're exploring attachment patterns, navigating relationship stress, or working through past pain, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow.

Clients often leave sessions with a deeper understanding of themselves and the patterns that shape their relationships. Together, we explore what’s beneath the surface so you can respond to challenges with more clarity, connection, and intention. You can expect a space that is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and tailored to your needs. I am also not afraid to challenge you. You are here for growth, and sometimes that growth is uncomfortable. I will support you through it with honesty, care, and respect for your process. I encourage clients to come ready to engage in the work, whatever that looks like for them. Showing up with openness and curiosity is often the most important first step.