Jill Maher, LMFT

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Serving
California, Pennsylvania, & Virginia

With over 20 years of experience as a complex trauma therapist, my natural instinct is to help those in need.

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About Jill Maher, LMFT

Hi, I am Jill (she/her/hers). As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, Pennsylvania, and Virginia, I have been working with individuals and families impacted by trauma for 20 years. My focus and interest in trauma work began when I was a counselor at a domestic violence / sexual assault crisis agency in Sacramento in 2005.

I have an extensive background in trauma and mental health in a multitude of roles, including as an advocate, therapist, clinical supervisor, and program director for survivors of trauma.

My therapeutic approach is integrative and about you. Through empathy, openness, and curiosity, I provide a safe space to support you and your goals in your journey. I practice EMDR therapy to help people heal from trauma and distressing life events. Additionally, I utilize CBT and DBT approaches where we can address how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors impact our responses in relationships and situations.

I am a California native, and after spending 12 years in the Bay Area, I relocated to San Diego to further balance my career and life with my partner and two children.

I’m here to support you no matter where you are—whether you’re in sunny California, historic Pennsylvania, or charming Virginia! Let’s connect and work together.

Education

  • San Francisco State University
    MS in Counseling with a Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy, 2008

  • University of California, Davis
    MS in Managerial Economics, 2002

Training / Organizations

  • EMDR Certified Therapist

  • Trauma-Focused CBT Trained

  • Member of EMDRIA.org

  • Member of CAMFT.org

  • Member of the San Diego Trauma Recovery Network

Are You Ready To Get Started?

If you think therapy might be right for you, I’m here to help you unlock your potential and support your self-improvement journey. Take that first step to building a life that feels more fulfilling and true to you.