Hi, I’m Jami.
I know that life can be hard. At times it feels like the challenges keep piling up, and you’re expected to keep going, even when you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and unsure.
At Vibrant Life Counseling, I help people who have faced life’s challenges. The people who’ve carried heavy loads, been overlooked, or felt unheard. One of my professional goals is to help my clients feel seen, heard, supported, and empowered.
Whether you’re struggling with relationships, parenting, trust, or feeling disconnected, I provide a therapeutic space to explore what matters most to you, recognize your strengths, and teach you new skills to move forward.
“Becoming a therapist wasn’t something I set out to do. It’s a destination of a life shaped by experiences, challenges, and the lessons they taught me. I understand what it’s like to carry heavy loads, feel unseen, navigate complex - unjust systems, and that perspective shapes how I support every client.”
I bring a deep awareness of the challenges faced by women and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), and my life immersed in Spanish-speaking countries allows me to work fluently in Spanish while understanding cultural nuances. With almost two decades as a teacher and special education case manager and over a decade as a therapist, I’ve supported individuals and families navigating complex challenges, learning differences, and systemic barriers. This experience helps me create a space that honors your identity, experiences, and strengths.
Clients come to Vibrant Life Counseling to rebuild connection with themselves and the people who matter most, improve communication, and move from just getting by to living with more energy, purpose, and authenticity.
MY EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
M.S. Marriage and Family Therapy, St. Thomas University, Miami Gardens, FL
Magna cum laude (GPA: 3.9)
Member, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
B.A. English (Minors in Psychology & Spanish) (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - TESOL) Western Washington University, Washington State
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) – WA (#LH 60511285)
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) – WA (#LF 61441468)
Child Mental Health Specialist (CMHS) – Washington State
Ethnic Minority Mental Health Specialist – Latinx Community – Washington State
Certified WA State Educator – 15+ years teaching experience in diverse communities
Specialized Training: CBT, ACT, DBT, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Narrative Therapy, Structural & Bowen Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care.