A compassionate space to explore, heal, and reconnect with yourself to create meaningful change.

Jennifer Garrido Santos MA, LMFT, LICSW

Therapist | Specializing in Trauma & Relationships

Sometimes trauma is connected to a single overwhelming event—an accident, loss, violation, or moment that changed how safe the world feels. Other times, it unfolds more quietly over time. It may be subtle, chronic, or relational—emerging through moments of being unseen, unsupported, or alone in experiences that were too much to handle on your own. These experiences—whether sudden or gradual—can shape how you relate to yourself, others, and the world around you.

You may notice yourself bracing for something to go wrong, becoming unexpectedly overwhelmed, or losing a sense of connection with yourself or others. At times, you may feel unsure why certain reactions arise or find yourself responding in ways that don’t fully reflect who you are. You may find familiar relational patterns repeating, even when part of you longs for something different.

In our work together, I offer a steady, compassionate space where you can safely explore your story and reconnect with parts of yourself that have been hidden, hurt, or carrying too much for too long. We move at a pace that honors your system and your readiness, creating the conditions for safety and trust to emerge. As this happens, many people experience a quiet return to themselves—feeling more grounded, more connected, and more fully present in their lives.

Together, we support lasting change from the inside out—restoring a sense of safety in your body and relationships, reconnecting you with your inner wisdom, and allowing new ways of being to emerge that feel more aligned, empowered, and whole. Healing happens in the presence of safety, understanding, and connection. I would be honored to walk alongside you.

I understand how vulnerable it can feel to begin therapy, and I am committed to creating a space where you feel safe, respected, and deeply understood.

Areas of Focus:

Grief and Loss

Chronic Stress

Abuse Survivors

Addiction Recovery

Neurodivergence, Including Autism, ADHD, and Learning Disabilities

Parenting, Including a Special Focus on Advocacy and Special Education

Cultural and Racial Identity

LGBTQIA+

Relationship Challenges

Life Transitions

Mental Health in Schools

Adolescents and Young Adults

Couples and Families

Aging

The Meaning and Mission of “Edme”

There's a story in my family about my grandmother, who changed her name from Edme to Emme. As a Puerto Rican woman with Indigenous roots, she navigated prejudice, indentity, and survival in way that shaped our family deeply. Her resilience became the inspiration behind the name and mission of this practice.

Like my grandmother, we are all trying to figure out who we truly are in the midst of societal pressures to maintain the status quo. My practice is a space where you can embrace your authentic self, navigate life’s complexities, and transform experiences into strengths. Together, we will celebrate the richness of your identity and journey toward a more empowered and fulfilling life.