Jill Blain

Balancing academics, sports, identity, and relationships can bring intense pressure for teens and young adults. Maybe you're dealing with burnout from high expectations, struggling with performance anxiety or recovering from an injury, or trying to figure out who you are beyond your achievements. It can quickly feel overwhelming. I specialize in supporting teens, young adults, and student-athletes navigating stress, perfectionism, self-doubt, anxiety, and life transitions—helping them build confidence, resilience, and healthier ways to cope.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel uncomfortable, but our work together will always be collaborative, down-to-earth, and at your pace. Whether we're engaging in traditional talk therapy or picking up yarn to help process intense emotions, our initial session will focus on understanding what you're facing and creating a plan that works for you.

I bring clinical support and personal insight as a former student athlete and youth coach, parent of youth athletes, and former school-based mental health provider. With 15+ years of fiber arts experience, I may incorporate therapeutic knitting for teens, young adults and adults who feel more comfortable talking while keeping their hands busy.

Let's work together to build confidence, manage stress, and enjoy the season—not just survive it.