Jennifer Altheimer

Jennifer Altheimer is an ACA and PACFA counsellor with 18 years of experience. She focuses on relationship concerns, parenting and family issues, anger, anxiety, grief, self-esteem and life changes. Jennifer aims to help people repair their relationship with themselves so other relationships can improve too. Her tone is warm and approachable and she works alongside clients rather than telling them what to do.

She uses a client-centred way of working that starts with listening and recognising strengths. That style is combined with practical techniques from solution-focused and mindfulness approaches. Jennifer helps people notice patterns, try small changes and build on what already works for them.

Jennifer has long experience supporting people through trauma, bereavement, separation and the stresses of parenting or blended families. She also helps with issues like body image, attachment and communication problems. Her background includes work with diverse cultural groups and a range of relationship dynamics.

Sessions are guided by what each person needs, and Jennifer aims to create a space where individuals feel heard and respected. She encourages clients to use their own resources while offering tools to manage anger, reduce stress and improve intimacy or communication.

People typically come to her when they feel stuck, overwhelmed or uncertain about the next step. She supports coaching goals, personal growth, and practical coping strategies so people can move forward with clearer direction.

How Jennifer's approaches translate to online work

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person's experience at the centre. The therapist listens closely and follows the client's lead to build understanding and confidence. This helps with relationship issues, self-esteem and when people feel unsure about next steps.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention skills so people can notice thoughts and feelings without reacting straight away. It is useful for managing anger, stress and anxiety by creating space to choose a different response.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Jennifer will talk with clients about their goals, preferences and what feels helpful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust them as needed so sessions suit the person’s needs.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people work from a quieter location and to use fewer screens or phone-only contact if that suits them best.