What Clients Say
Relationship support works well when it is a good fit.
Here are client perspectives to consider as you decide if working with Jess
is the right fit for you.
What was your work like?
My husband and I had been to five different couples therapists over nearly ten years and were still in a place of hurt, trauma, and misunderstanding. Our previous experiences had left me near hopelessness. My husband had heard about PACT therapy, and a Google search led me to Jess. We were both hesitant to "start over" with another new therapist, but we were willing to give it one last try. From the beginning, I knew this was going to be different. Jess had a plan and, even better, she had the skills and understanding to help us get to where we wanted to be. She did not simply "talk at us." She showed us how to develop the skills and understanding we needed to create the relationship we both wanted, and then she guided us as we practiced. She helped us gain the skills we had never been taught and understand each other in ways that had been missing. In the year we spent with Jess, our relationship has done a complete 180: from betrayal and hurt to understanding and care. I used to read testimonials like this and wonder how it could be possible. Jess made it possible for us. I cannot recommend her enough. She will show you how to revolutionize your relationship if you're willing to work for it.
What should people know about working with Jess?
Before meeting with Jess, the couples therapy I experienced involved my husband and me taking turns talking about each other to our therapist, who then would offer some advice and send us on our way after 50 minutes. Often, we were left in a worse space than when our appointment started. We would talk about conflict but were never shown where to go from there. This type of therapy often made me regret even going. Jess does not work that way. The majority of our work with Jess involved my husband and me facing each other, talking TO each other, with Jess there as a regulated, knowledgeable lifeline. Each session had a clear goal, and we always knew what we were working toward. Jess could also pivot in the moment, and her vast range of skills and knowledge was invaluable as we navigated the pain of the past and worked toward what we wanted our relationship to be. Jess used our sessions to stretch us in new ways, and it was hard, emotional work. It was also the most worthwhile time I have spent working on myself and my marriage. The time and investment are something we will benefit from forever. It's truly priceless.
Anything else you'd like to add?
Therapy can be scary, especially if you haven't had good experiences in the past. The only thing I would change is that I would have gone to Jess sooner. She has everything it takes to help you change your trajectory.
Erin & Nic
Joey & Tanner
Jess Cleeves is, quite literally, a game changer! There's a lot I could highlight about Jess, but I think the important ones are: her approach to couples therapy is with the GOAL of not needing her one day. I've had other therapists in the past who only wanted my partner and I to communicate about things with them present, and that just didn't work. The foundation of how Jess practices is all about giving you and your partner the communication skills, and understanding of one another to be able to navigate tricky situations as they arise in any marriage. Her work is NOT for the faint of heart, but if both you and your partner are truly seeking to better your relationship, communication skills, and believe it or not, even heal each other from past traumas, then PLEASE INVEST THE TIME AND ENERGY into this process! I know I can speak confidently for myself, my husband, and my children that we are all better off because of Jess's influence in our lives. Thank you Jess!!!
Arjun
I wanted to personally thank [Jess] for the support and therapy [she] provided during the most stressful time in our relationship. I do not know how we would have been able to overcome the challenges we were facing without [her] assistance. I feel like I have been able to grow through more effective communication developed during our sessions. We are both finally giving each other the grace we both deserve and I believe our relationship is better than it has ever been.
Morgan
I would recommend Jess to anyone who feels stuck in negative and toxic patterns and relationships and doesn’t know how to get out, or couples on the verge of divorce and feel like there’s no hope. She helps you understand if there is hope or not and guide’s you along the way. Fortunately for me there was hope and I am very thankful for her!!!
Jamie
I had a wonderful experience with Jess. My time with her was transformative for me. Aside from the excellent counseling I received during her sessions, she provided me resources and exercises almost every week. She is very knowledgeable and amazing at what she does. I really value the work we were able to accomplish together during my time with her.
B.C. & M.M.
Jess Cleeves is a true professional in every aspect. We have nothing but the best to say about our several months of couple's therapy. We gained skills and perspective that was always fair and unbiased. She is very intuitive and skilled in all of her modalitites. Highly recommend.
Ally
I had never been to therapy prior to meeting Jess but she made me feel so incredibly comfortable right off the bat. I have learned more things about myself in the last 7 months than I have in my entire life. I really can't believe how much I have grown as a person, a daughter, a sister, a friend, a partner. I'm sad to leave Salt Lake City because I will miss my time with Jess. But like she said so beautifully, "I was there to help you, help yourself." And that is exactly what she did. I highly recommend this incredibly warm, inviting, and intelligent woman to be apart of your healing journey.