Jennifer Mercer-Castro
LMFT 114358
Hello, let me introduce myself. My name is Jennifer Mercer-Castro and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. Currently my private practice is located in Mission Viejo, CA. I hold a Masters Degree in Marriage, Family and Couples Therapy from Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling in Portland Oregon.
During my time in mental health, I have worked in a variety of settings with diverse client populations, ranging from residential treatment programs, school based programs, In-home/Community based programs and private practice. I pull from all my previous experience and training to create treatment approaches that support my clients in working through life’s big or little things and everything in between.
Due to the populations I have worked with, I was drawn to EMDR as a primary modality for my practice. Since being trained in 2017 (Basic Training) I have pursued my Certification in EMDR (additional supervision and other criteria) as well as obtained advanced trainings in EMDR with addictions, early attachment wounds and early childhood trauma. I am currently a EMDR Coach for EMDR Consulting, supporting those who are learning EMDR and taking the Basic Training course. I am also a Approved Consultant, providing consultation to clinicians seeking their own EMDR certification.
Outside of the therapy space I enjoy being outside as much as I can. You will most likely find me running, cycling, paddleing or climbing. Nature is healing, humbling and a great way to challenge self and do hard things.
EMDR Training with EMDR Consulting (2017)
EMDR Certified (Approved Consultant, Laurie Colson-Young, LMFT, LPCC) (2020)
EMDR Approved Consultant (2024)
Trained in Flash Technique (Dr. Philip Manfeild)
Trained in Adoption Clinical Training (ACT)
Trained in Seeking Safety
