Insurance Accepted: Aetna

Savannah Jaouhari, M.A.
Associate Clinical Professional counselor

Do you struggle to get through the day? Feel lost and overwhelmed no matter how hard you try to catch up? Are you ready to find joy and let go of guilt and emptiness? You're not alone in this journey; many people face these challenges, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.

I specialize in working with individuals and couples who are feeling disconnected, experiencing anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, and evolving couple dynamics including fertility and postnatal challenges. As a registered provider, and advocate with Postpartum Support International, I support parents who are struggling with Postpartum Blues and PMAD (perinatal mood and anxiety disorders). Additionally, I use an attachment- informed approach to support mothers in building bonds with their children, exploring sexual wellness, and dispelling common myths of parenthood. Using a holistic, compassionate, and culturally-considerate approach, I work to empower individuals and couples to experience healthy, fulfilling relationships with themselves and others.

Savannah is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor supervised by Hanna Stensby, LMFT. She uses a combination of therapeutic approaches, including Person-centered, Somatic experiencing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gestalt, and The Gottman Method, and works with clients to build a therapeutic relationship together where change can truly occur. Savannah graduated from the California School of Professional Psychology, Alliant International University with a master’s degree in clinical counseling. She has completed additional advanced training in the Gottman Method of Couples therapy, perinatal mood disorders and postpartum support . Savannah has clinical experience at OPICA working with older adults dealing with dementia and their families and caregivers. She has additional clinical experience at the country’s largest non-profit agency, The Help Group, providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and families. Her work at the agency has given her experience working with BIPOC and economically disadvantaged populations facing eating disorders, trauma, and racial bullying.

What to expect when working with me

I focus on identifying client strengths and incorporating them as a foundation of treatment. Additionally, I incorporate a trauma-informed approach using attachment theory to help clients understand how their early experiences with attachment figures may be impacting their current relationships with themselves, their partners, or their infants. I also offer perinatal and postpartum support groups to assist birthing parents in navigating the challenges of the pregnancy, birth, and parenthood experience.

Through a combination of therapeutic approaches, including Somatic Psychology, CBT, Attachment-focus, Strengths-based, Gestalt, and The Gottman Method, I work collaboratively with clients to develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses their specific needs and goals. Regardless of one’s intention for seeking therapy, I aim to collaborate with my clients to cultivate a space between us that is fitting for their specific needs. I am an LGBTQ+ ally and BIPOC provider and offer inclusive and affirming therapy to all my clients.

Favorite quote:

“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” -James Baldwin

What brings you a sense of ease?

“Immersing myself with any animal energy is the most revitalizing thing I can do for myself!”

Education:

Associate Professional Clinical Counselor #14996

National Certified Counselor (NCC)
M.A. Clinical Counseling - California School of Professional Psychology, Alliant International University, Los Angeles, CA
B.S. Communication Studies, Cultural Geography Minor - San Jose State University, CA

Professional Organizations:

American Counseling Association
Postpartum Support International Provider

Specialized Training:

Complex PTSD Training

EMDR and Parts Work for Complex Trauma Training

Pharmacology, & Dissociation Training

Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care -Postpartum Support International

Level I: Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy

Certified Dementia Care Practitioner

Validation Method Training - Validation Training Institute

Cognition and Cognitive Stimulation - OPICA

Grief and Anticipatory Grief - OPICA

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Savannah’s Services

Couples Therapy

Find peace in your relationship, learn to be a better partner, repair from conflict and breaks in trust. Shana is trained in the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, a research backed approach to help couples connect, and find a healthy dynamic.

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Perinatal Anxiety Therapy

Savannah’s Perinatal therapy provides specialized support to expectant and new birthing parents, addressing anxiety within the unique context of pregnancy and early motherhood. This therapeutic approach helps birthing parents navigate these emotional challenges, fostering a healthier and more confident transition into motherhood.

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Perinatal and Postpartum Depression Therapy

Savannah uses a holistic approach to treat perinatal and postpartum depression. She will use her training and experience to help you identify your strengths and feel empowered to overcome your depression.

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