About


Welcome to Jess Perez Therapy—I’m so glad you’re here!

I'm Jess Perez, a Latina, LGBTQ+ affirmative and identified, licensed marriage and family therapist based in Los Angeles, California. I earned my M.A. in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy from Antioch University in 2018.

I would be honored to join you on your journey toward positive mental health and self-discovery. Life can often feel overwhelming, messy, and exhausting, but I am here to help guide you through any challenges you may face. My practice primarily focuses on working with the LGBTQ+ community, marginalized individuals, teens dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, and various life transitions. I also support couples and partners in navigating relationship challenges, fostering connection, and building understanding.

As we develop a strong therapeutic relationship, we will work collaboratively to achieve your goals using an approach that includes:

  • Purposeful and compassionate self-care practices

  • Empowering talk therapy

  • Applied mindfulness techniques

  • Active listening for deeper engagement and connection

  • Continuous supportive conversation

  • A sense of humor (when appropriate)

  • A safe, judgment-free environment

  • A supportive space that celebrates you and your evolving identity

Together, we'll work toward self-discovery, self-healing, and, most importantly, self-love.


CLINICAL

Jess Perez Therapy-Los Angeles, CA (2022-Present)

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #131318

Hallie G Therapy-West Hollywood, California (2018-2022)

Marriage & Family Therapist Registered Associate #110227

Pacific Teen Treatment-Malibu, California (2019)

Marriage & Family Therapist Registered Associate #110227

Refuge Recovery Centers-Los Angeles, California (2017-2018)

Marriage & Family Therapist Trainee (Graduate Traineeship)


EDUCATION

Antioch University (2016-2018)

Los Angeles, California

Master’s Degree-Clinical Psychology | LGBTQ+ Affirmative Specialization

Murray State University (2007-2011)

Murray, Kentucky

Bachelor’s Degree- Public Relations | Marketing


CREDENTIALS

2018: LGBTQ+ Affirmative Psychotherapy Certification (Antioch University | Los Angeles)

2018: Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy Certification (Antioch University | Los Angeles)

2017: Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Training (Refuge Recovery Centers | Los Angeles)

2017: Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Psychotherapy Training (Refuge Recovery Centers | Los Angeles)