Jennifer Merthe-Grayson, Psy.D.
Dr. Grayson is a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults of all ages. She earned her doctorate and master’s degree in clinical psychology from Meridian University while being supervised by Dr. John Glovan in clinical practice, and her undergraduate degree from Southern New Hampshire University. She offers individual, family, and couples therapy in private practice. Dr. Grayson believes that the absence of disease does not necessarily equal a fulfilling life. “We must also find meaning and create happiness within our lives.”
Dr. Grayson is skilled in providing Gottman Method in couples therapy and Gottman Trauma and Infidelity-informed care. She utilizes Gottman's therapeutic methods to help build a lasting connection in couples. These techniques from her training help increase intimacy, create secure bonds, and strengthen a couple’s communication. Dr. Grayson’s approach to therapy is to help clients see through a new lens, empower themselves to make sense of their past, and move forward in creating more fulfilling, meaningful lives for themselves. She will work with you using various techniques to discover and better understand life’s challenges, find day-to-day stressors that detract from your life, and identify and practice techniques that will make you stronger and healthier. She believes the most important thing to remember is that while these may be your first steps on this new journey you are not taking them alone. Dr Grayson sees patients ages 18 and up for counseling.
Favorite Quote
“The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” – Rumi

Contact
Position:
Doctor of Psychology
Address:
8224 Mentor Ave, Suite 208
Mentor Ohio 44060
Email:
jgrayson@behavioralwellnessgroup.com
Phone:
440-392-2222 EXT 426
Fax:
440-565-2349
Testimonials/Reviews
Testimonial Disclosure Statement: Testimonials herein are unsolicited, anonymous and are received after care has been received in an attempt to assure healthy therapy relationships and confidentiality.
"It was a pleasure working with Jenn Merthe-Grayson this am on my IOP. She was very helpful, kind, knowledgeable and just very easy to talk to. I look forward to working with her. Thank you again.” "
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