I am a trauma-focused, Therapeutic and Relational Wellness Coach. I have a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling, and am a certified Relational Life Therapy (RLT) Coach – created by and based on the life’s work of Terry Real, author of the book Us: Getting Past You and Me to Build a More Loving Relationship. I also specialize in Betrayal Trauma, intimacy disorders and sexual health. I work with couples and individuals virtually over a video platform. Learn more about me on my About page and more about what I offer under the Coaching tab. You can also reach out to me at jessicaskybahr@gmail.com to schedule a session.

Since you are here on my website, you are one-step closer to embarking on one of the most important journeys you will ever take: one of self-discovery, growth and healing to become more mentally, emotionally, relationally and spiritually healthy. I hope I can be a guide and ally on your journey.

About Jessica Bahr, MA, RLT Couples Coach

I am a trauma-informed mental health and relationship coach. I am also a RLT (Relational Life Therapy) certified coach, trained by author Terry Real. I coach couples, families and individuals who are looking to explore and improve different aspects of their lives and relationships. I am passionate about the capacity we have to love and connect. I believe (and so does science) that nothing is more important than the health of our relationships – including the one we have with ourselves – as this permeates all other aspects of our lives, from our external successes to our physical health. There are a lot of forces that undermine love, connection, authenticity, self-worth and our higher purpose. My goal is to help people find their way back to themselves and to each other, and whatever it is they truly value. I am an ally on the journey to get real, find meaning and develop and maintain fulfilling relationships. Get to know me better and more about my areas of specialty.

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How I Can Help

 

Often times clients come to me with “symptoms” or pain points; some are nagging little annoyances and others loud alarm bells, and in every case there is something underneath that needs unearthed, and it sometimes takes a skilled Coach to facilitate this process. I can help by providing a safe space, an empathetic ear, and applied knowledge and experience to help you get to the root of the issues, so that we can focus on appropriate solutions. I have a compassionate, yet directive style – one in which I both support AND challenge my clients. I believe everything you need to know is already within you; in some cases it’s not developed yet, in other cases it’s been buried or blocked. It’s not about finding perfection, but progress towards being the best version of yourself; becoming more whole, and living more fully. Check out my coaching specialties to find out more about how I can help. 

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Why Work With Me

There are a lot of great coaches, counselors and therapists all doing their part to help others, and none of us can be all things to all people – nor do we want to be. What I offer is a combination of support and challenge; I think people need both to grow. While I believe we are shaped by our experiences, I don’t believe we are fixed, because our brains our “plastic” and can change. It’s not easy, but nothing of value usually is. Through my coaching, you will have an opportunity to explore your conditioning (cultural, familial, experiential), identify goals and objectives, identify and leverage your strengths, face and overcome your challenges with real-life/practical solutions, and move in a direction that feels more in alignment with your authentic self. I want to help make sure you are getting what you need and that means making sure we are a good fit for coaching.

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What My Clients Say

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Jessica has helped me more in the time we've been meeting than anyone I've come across so far in the mental health field!!! She truly does have such a special gift and I feel so fortunate to have found her!!

V.K.
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I haven’t had much success with therapists throughout my life despite many attempts. I felt like I could always outsmart them and shift the focus away from my challenges. Jessica has a unique combination of intelligence, life experience, compassion and expertise that made my work with her feel like gentle self-discovery. I was inspired to work WITH her rather than attempt to circumvent the process. Her passion for relationship coaching is unmistakable and I owe a good measure of my sanity to her guidance.

Carol C.
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I initially came to Jessica for support with a complicated relationship. But as our work's evolved, I'm still with her 12+ months later because her accessible, down-to-earth style and broad range of expertise (from attachment theory, to trauma, the nervous system, feminism, spirituality, etc) have enabled her to meet me with whatever topic I bring to our sessions. I'm a big believer that we heal through safe connections with others, and I will be forever grateful that I've crossed paths with Jessica.

K.S.
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Jessica has displayed the rare combination of making me feel loved and accepted while being able to challenge my false thinking and beliefs, which often lead me to undesirable situations and behavior. She pursues continuous growth in her field and works to find related resources for you to explore your healing. She clearly does this as a calling, not just as a job. She will help guide you into how to walk through life's brokenness while also experiencing the inner healing that you and I so desperately desire and deserve.

Matthew O.
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Jessica and I have been meeting for just over one year now and what a blessing she has been to me. She's educated about trauma, the many kinds of therapies to work through trauma, and has especially helped me regarding innerchild work. One of the things about Jessica that has touched me the most deeply is her empathy for me; I can tell it's genuine. She's been a ray of hope in my life and has helped me realize that I can alchemize my trauma.

M.O.
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I struck gold finding Jessica. As a trained mental health counselor turned relationship coach, Jessica's sessions combine the best aspects of therapy and coaching. She listens deeply, shows genuine empathy and care, she's an incredibly thoughtful and articulate communicator, and she's skilled in navigating the arc of a conversation. She knows when to allow space for expressing and exploring emotion, when to ask pointed questions to help me gain clarity and set intentions, and when to leverage insight to take action.

K.S.
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I reached out to Jessica in a time of great pain, betrayal, and feeling like my world had been turned upside-down. From our first correspondence, Jessica was accommodating and professional, advising me how to proceed, validating my feelings, and sending recommendations and resources my way.

This was my first time seeking out therapy/coaching and Jessica is undeniably one of the best out there! She is invested, passionate, pragmatic, patient and committed, just to name a few. Her expertise and compassionate approach within sessions created a safe space that allowed for deep self-reflection and transformative healing.

B.F.
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Thanks to Jessica's wealth of knowledge and valuable insights, I am on a personal journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. My marriage has grown stronger, improving communication, understanding, intentionality and true intimacy. My husband and I are equipped with tools to navigate challenges that come our way. We are learning to thrive emotionally and relationally! With Jessica you will find a coach who is supportive and validating, while not afraid to challenge in the healthiest way possible. I highly recommend Jessica’s services to anyone seeking to improve their overall well-being and learn to navigate toward a healthier, more empowered future.

Bryanna