Dr. Michele Jensen. LMFT, PsyD

A California native, Dr. Michele Jensen earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from California Southern University and her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Functional Medicine (Biology) from California State University, Fresno, and brings a strong background in research and genetic counseling to her clinical work. As a therapist, Dr. Jensen maintains a private practice specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, substance and alcohol abuse, and family conflict resolution. She has extensive experience working with couples and individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, phobias, and OCD. Her integrative and compassionate approach helps clients move toward recovery, spiritual well-being, and more fulfilling relationships—with themselves, their partners, families, and communities. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Jensen provides supervision to Marriage and Family Therapy interns and trainees. Dr. Jensen draws from a collaborative and evidence-based framework, utilizing modalities such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Narrative Therapy. She helps clients chart a personalized path to healing while supporting families of those in recovery. She is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for the treatment of trauma and PTSD. Grounded in her Christian faith, Dr. Jensen also serves her local church community by providing spiritual guidance to families. Her commitment to service extends globally—she has volunteered in Malawi, Africa, offering family counseling and trauma/crisis intervention to remote villages in the Nkhoma region. Dr. Jensen lives in Carlsbad with her husband, daughter, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Luna. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, writing, live music, and spending time with her family. She remains a lifelong learner with a deep appreciation for reading and personal growth..