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Hi, I am Jean Dievendorf (She/Her/Hers), an Air Force OEF/OIF Veteran, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Qualified Supervisor. I hold a master's Degree in Social Work with a focus on mental and emotional health. I have over seven years of practice helping those suffering the effects of complex trauma and/or substance abuse find healing through post traumatic growth.

Trained in Neurofeedback with a focus on Alpha brain wave stimulation, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Adoption Trauma Competency, Child-Parent Psychotherapy for ages 0-5 years old (CPP), Traumatic Stress and Trauma Research Studies, Trauma of Batterers Intervention (BIP), and a Qualified Supervisor for upcoming Registered Clinical Social Worker Interns.  

 As an OEF/OIF Air Force Veteran, I am personally aware of the complex issues for veterans & families. I am here to help you navigate the unique challenges that come with service and address the exposure to trauma inherent in the profession. 

I see clients aged 18+ and Adults in person or via telehealth.

I am currently full and have a waitlist for new clients. Please call the office for more information if you want to see me specifically.

Becoming a licensed therapist is only the start of the process. Once licensed, therapists begin to take specialized training to be better able to help clients. I'm my case I have focused on Trauma certifications, EMDR, as well as Child-Parent Psychotherapy. Below are some of the courses I have completed.

Looking for EMDR? I can help!

Trauma Training Includes:

• The Future of Trauma Interventions 
• Neruobiofeedback
• Caring for the Caregiver - Vicarious Trauma 
• Impact of Trauma and Adult Spirituality and Meaning-Making 
• Trauma-Informed Change Making 
• Trauma & Altered States of Consciousness
• The Use of Internal Family Systems Model in Trauma Treatment  
• Internal Family System   
• Making Connections Neuropsychology Sandplay Therapy Treatment Trauma   
• Play Activity Support Trauma-Informed Treatment
• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Theory Practice 
• Trauma Processing Children
• Working Problematic Sexual Behavior Children Youth 
• Incorporating Play Therapy Evidence-Based Treatment   
• ARC & Supporting Regulation in Childhood 
• Adult Treatment Through the Lens of Components-Based Psychotherapy (CBP)
• Introduction to ARC: The Attachment, Regulation, and Competency Model  
• The Scope of Trauma Treatment: From Acute Interventions to Restoration of Self­Experience  
• Adult Attachment Relationships
• The Roles Intersectionality & Cultural Humility Play When Working with Diverse Client Populations
• Trauma Assessment of Children and Adults  
• Childhood Trauma: Impact and Long-term Consequences  
• The Nature of Trauma: Developmental Neurobiology, Neuroimaging Research, and Effective
• The Complexity of Adaptation to Trauma 
• Trauma Informed Interventions 
• Understanding Trauma: Foundations  
• The Body Keeps Score­ Trauma Healing with Bessel van der Kolk, MD    
• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional

Jean's Bio:
Jean Dievendorf, a proud Central New York Native, dedicated a decade (2000-2010) to serving as a Munitions Systems Specialist #AMMO! #IYAAYAS! in the Air Force. While on duty, she attained her bachelor's degree in Psychology. Following her service, Jean immersed herself in the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) community, dedicating over 14 years as a VSO Veterans Service Officer, aiding veterans with VA disability claims. This passion drover her to further her education to better support veterans' mental health.  

Utilizing her GI Bill, Jean secured a master's in cincial social work from the University of Southern Califonia, advancing to become a Licenced Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and is licenced in multiple states. Today, she stands as the proud owner of Limitless Growth Counseling, a cornerstone in the VA Community Care Network specializing in trauma and veterans' mental health. Ambitious as ever, Jean is now on a journey towards a Doctor of Social Work, focusing on the neurobiology of trauma at Barry University - Miami.

Actively involved in several veterans organizations. Jean's mission remains: "To Honorably serve those who've served".

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jean-dievendorf-lcsw/