MY EDUCATION

​​​​​​​​For over 30 years, I've had the privilege of working with teens and adults that are seeking a life centered around values, connection, and freedom from misery. 


I have worked in both public and private settings including San Diego County Child Protective Services, private schools for emotionally disturbed teens, and Seattle Children's Hospital where I worked as an ER Social Worker.  For the past 10 years, I've worked directly with people in my Redmond office to help them reach their goals in a collaborative, supportive relationship. I believe that any teen or adult can move beyond their own pain and suffering into a life they truly value and enjoy.  I use evidenced-based modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.  I am also trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) which is a parent-based intervention for kid/teens with anxiety disorders.  Please reach out if you'd like information on any of my treatment modalities to see if we would be a good fit to work together. 


​For more resources on suicide info and prevention, go to www.988lifeline.org. 

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

16771 NE 80th Street, Suite 204

Redmond, WA 98052

​(425) 223-0085 

counseling@jenniferpalau.com

Jennifer Palau, MSW, LICSW

Evidenced-Based Therapy for

Adolescents and Adults​​


Offering in-person and telehealth services

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​​​My passion for helping people began with my undergraduate studies.  After obtaining my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the State University of New York College at Fredonia in 1992, I received my Masters in Social Work from Arizona State University in 1994.  I am a Masters level Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) licensed in Washington, New York, and California.  I have been licensed since 2001.

I am a DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician™ through Behavioral Tech, LLC in Seattle, WA.  DBT is an evidenced-based treatment developed by Marsha Linehan, PhD., at the University of Washington. In DBT, behavioral change is balanced with acceptance, compassion and validation.​  I continue to receive training on advanced topics in DBT, mindfulness, and suicide prevention.

  • ​National Association of Social Workers

  • DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, 
    Certified Clinician

  • Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies​