Welcome to Our Journey
Meet the Therapist
Meet Jewell de Groot
Licensed Professional Counselor | Certified Personality Disorder Treatment Provider
I founded Blank Space Therapy with the belief that effective psychotherapy requires more than providing a place to talk. It requires understanding what maintains our patterns and developing the willingness and skills to change them.
My clinical practice specializes in the treatment of Borderline, Narcissistic, and Histrionic Personality Disorders, along with PTSD and Complex PTSD associated with harmful relationships involving Cluster B personality pathology.
I recognize that personality disorders are often misunderstood, stigmatized, and challenging to treat. I also recognize that individuals recovering from prolonged relational trauma may struggle with lasting changes in their sense of self, emotional functioning, and ability to trust their own experiences.
My approach is direct and collaborative. I believe in challenging patterns without shaming the person, maintaining accountability without judgment, and recognizing that insight is only one part of the therapeutic process.
I don't believe a diagnosis defines someone's future, and I don't believe trauma has to determine the rest of someone's life.
Understanding your patterns is the beginning. Changing them is the work.
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Founder
Licensed Professonal Counselor
Certified Hypnotherapist
Certified Peronality Disorder Treatment Provider
Certified Trauma Disorder Treatment Provider
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Therapy Dog in Training
-Soon to be certified by Paw and Order Dog Training
Baxter the therapy dog is diligently training to become the best therapy dog he can be. With each training session, Baxter demonstrates his natural empathy and specific talents, showing great promise in his future role. Whether practicing active listening skills or providing comfort during distressing situations, Baxter's dedication to his training shines through. Through patience, positive reinforcement, and consistent practice, Baxter is well on his way to becoming a valuable companion in the therapy setting, ready to provide support and solace to those in need.
