Jeannine Sonnier

What Drew Me to Becoming a Therapist

I've always felt born to do this work—I just didn't know the official title until I sat down with my college advisor to pick a major. For as long as I can remember, I've been drawn to people of all ages and walks of life, naturally helping them find their own path. Even during my breaks from practice to raise my kids, this work never truly stopped for me. I deeply love people, and my favorite part of therapy is spotting your strengths before you can see them yourself. From there, we figure out where you want to go and begin untangling the threads to healing. Being part of that journey every day is a true privilege.

What to Expect in a First Session

In our first session, we take things at your pace. It's a warm, judgment-free time to talk through what's going on, explore what you'd like therapy to look like, and get a feel for how we work together. I'll explain a few housekeeping details, ask what you'd like to know about me, and share what you can expect in the future. From then on, I'll make sure it's a completely collaborative experience—focusing on your strengths, untangling what feels heavy, and ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.

Primary Specialties

Who I Work With

Children, adolescents, young adults, and adults ages 6-65. I have experience supporting youth in corrections, school refusal and developmental struggles, ADHD, anger, impulsive behavior, conflict resolution, self-esteem, low self-worth, family struggles, and the transition to college and beyond.

Therapeutic Approaches

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) parts work, and mindfulness-based somatic practices.