Counseling Services

There are many ways to explore an issue or reach a set goal. With a client-centered approach, you help shape the unique therapy process tailored specifically for you. I have experience in and enjoy using various techniques to help you make progress toward a desired outcome. Here are some avenues that might be explored in the therapeutic process:
Talk therapy
Art therapy
Depth work

Jungian dream work

Family sculpting

Experiential exercises 

Relapse prevention planning

Self-compassion exercises

Skill building

Spiritual direction from a Christian perspective

Telehealth upon request

My approach is emotion-focused and psychodynamic to promote insight, understanding, and depth work. I also use cutting-edge neuroscience and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills training to promote self-acceptance, non-judgment, and behavior change. I teach skills in the the areas of interpersonal effectiveness, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation. My therapeutic approach promotes an environment of acceptance and compassion that over time becomes an increasing internal experience for my clients.

I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, spiritual direction, and eating disorders. I have worked in an inpatient facility for eating disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders, along with years of experience in private practice. I use DBT to build skills and use motivational interviewing to work with resistance and promote positive behavior change.

With a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and over 24 years of training and experience, Dr. Jennings is an expert on interpersonal forgiveness, positive psychology, and the neurobiology of relationships.

His insights and research have been published in dozens of highly regarded psychology journals and books including Psychology Today, The Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy, the Encyclopedia of Primary Prevention and Health Promotion, and the American Psychological Association Handbook of Psychology, Religion, and Spirituality. 

Dr. Jennings uses cutting-edge neuroscience, attachment research, and positive psychology to help individuals and couples move beyond the barriers to achieving happiness, health, and fulfillment in life and relationships.  He has treated a wide range of mental health, addiction, and couples issues. Specialties include anxiety disorders, marriage therapy/couples, maximizing productivity and performance, stress management, faith-based or spiritual concerns, addictions, and discovering meaning and purpose. 

408 E Market Street

S.201C #2

Charlottesville, VA 22902

Phone: 434-260-8545

With over 40 years of combined experience, Jeff and Jessica have worked with hundreds of individuals and couples as they have learned how to reconnect, repair, and restore their relationships with themselves and with one another. Together, they have created  a proven process and programs that helps you reawaken and reconnect in your marriage.

Our clients walk through a step-by-step, science-based process that moves them from feeling disconnected and alone to becoming a united, thriving team. Discover how to build a rock-solid relationship leading to greater love, deeper appreciation, and authentic connection. Visit our web site today.

We are eternally grateful for your input and help, Jeff & Jessica! It’s not a matter of slight change—these tools and challenges really get to the heart of matters. We are already benefiting from what we have done and learned and the lessons and tools we carry forward with us. -Stuart and Stacey

I really appreciated the research-based aspect of the program. It was nice to know the science behind some of the recommended techniques. - Adam

I got my best friend back! - Sara

We got more vocabulary to talk about our problems in a much more positive way and can navigate challenges a lot easier. We feel like it’s safe to share our concerns. - Emily

Reawaken, rediscover, and reconnect with your partner this week when you sign up for our 5-Day Connection 

Challenge. You’ll discover:

• Specific ways to deepen your connection with each other
• How to express your appreciation for one another and increase your bond
• How to increase feelings of love and gratitude in your relationship

All of this, in only 10 minutes a day!

Regardless of where you are in your relationship, an improved sense of connection can only make things better.