Review from teen client's mother

"My son has been coming to Jennifer for 9 months or so now for gender identity therapy. From the moment we met with her, she made us both feel comfortable, at ease and we trusted her with helping navigate my son through his journey.
 

My son enjoys his sessions not only talking through issues with Jennifer, but also using art therapy to express himself. He finds it relaxing and is able to open up more.
 

What my son mostly loves about Jennifer is her ability to relate to him. He enjoys them talking about his likes and he always comes away from their sessions very excited if she has taken a recommendation for a show or movie and watched it, something that they connect over.
 

Aside from how Jennifer has made my son feel during his transition, she has supplied our family with valuable information for us to help him in the process in a time where we had no idea where to begin.
 

Throughout these past 9 months I’ve seen a dramatic change in my sons mentality for the better because of Jennifer’s therapy and recommendations."

Review for Jennifer Santaniello, MA, LCAT, ATR-BC, EMDR

Creative Arts Therapy of New York, PLLC

@creativeartpsychotherapy

www.caitofny.com

"During the course of the pandemic, my adolescent daughter became very withdrawn and isolated herself. She expressed little to no pleasure in things she once did. She expressed feelings of self loathing, and admitted to resisting strong urges to cause self harm. My daughter refused to have day to day conversations with even the closest of friends and family members. My husband and I were first responders, and she did express frequent concerns of us passing away. She would only express herself through art, and her art pieces became increasingly morbid. Things did not improve as schools reopened.

With the guidance of my daughter's pediatrician, we sought the help of a Clinical Therapist. My daughter was skeptical, and resistant to seeking help. Jennifer Santinello came highly recommended by multiple professionals in her field. Best of all, she incorporates art to her therapy, which we believed would help our daughter become more receptive to the sessions. 

My husband and I were overjoyed at how quickly our daughter built a strong rapport and bond with Jennifer. Through their common interest in art, there was an obvious ease for daughter to open up. Since they began their sessions in late 2020, My daughter's self confidence, interests, and relationships with family and friends increased exponentially. She became more interested in participating in multiple extracurricular activities and school leadership roles. My daughter also felt very comfortable to attend a sleep away camp, which could be very daunting to any child.

Best of all, my daughter looks forward to her sessions. She often expresses to me "Mom I can't wait to tell Jen what happened in school!" I am grateful to have Jennifer enter our lives. There are no words to express my gratitude for all she has done for my daughter, and for my family."

Review for Jennifer Santaniello, MA, LCAT, ATR-BC, EMDR

Creative Arts Therapy of New York, PLLC

@creativeartpsychotherapy

www.caitofny.com