Wise Body Therapy offers Anxiety Treatment

Wise Body Therapy in Phoenix, AZ

There is a way forward—and you don’t have to find it alone.

I’m so glad you’re here!

Wise Body Therapy can help you with all these things, and more.

Jenny Bilskie-Smith, Trauma-Informed Therapist

Jenny Bilskie-Smith,
Therapist & Owner of Wise Body Therapy

Hi. I’m so glad you’re here.

Perhaps you’ve been able to hold things together on the outside, but on the inside you feel overwhelmed. You might feel baffled by a deep sense of sadness, or notice that your mind is often overthinking. Certain things in your life may trigger you, and you don’t fully understand why they feel so big. And if you’re like many of my clients, your relationship with food and your body feels—let’s just say—complicated.

Maybe you struggle to build meaningful connections. Maybe you feel needy—and feel ashamed for feeling that way. You long to feel more independent, more steady, more at ease in your body and in your relationships.

Healing happens in relationship—in safe connection, attuned presence, and the experience of being met exactly where you are. That’s why therapy can be so transformative. It offers a place where what you feel makes sense, where your story is honored, and where your body can finally begin to exhale.

If any of this resonates, let’s talk.

I work with people who have a painful or confusing relationship with food or their body, who live with chronic anxiety or panic, and who feel alone or unsure in their relationships. I use effective, well-researched therapeutic approaches that help shift these patterns by supporting your nervous system and creating space for real, lasting change.

I’ve been there—and I know this work can help.

“After so much wasted time and energy trying to control the way my body looked and what I ate, I am so grateful to have more mental space and energy for things that matter more to me. Jenny was so attentive and responsive to my thoughts and feelings during our sessions and her follow up. It was easier to go through the changes and adjustments with my eating and other habits because I knew she was there for me and had my back.”

Former Client

Shared anonymously with former client's permission

Jenny is an incredible counselor with amazing insight and expertise. She is extremely attentive, thoughtful, and encouraging. I leave each session with nuggets of wisdom that I carry with me in-between visits. She has a huge heart and cares deeply about helping her clients achieve the best possible outcomes. I can’t thank Jenny enough for her support and highly recommend her as a counselor.

Former Client

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“Jenny has a way with words and has great insight and perspective. Body image and self confidence were a huge struggle for me my entire life. With Jenny’s help I can now look in the mirror, like what I see and appreciate who I am.

Former Client

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“From the moment we spoke, my body immediately eased into a comfortable “knowing” space with her… one that always reinforced that I was seen, that I was heard, that I mattered.”

Former Client

Shared anonymously with former client's permission

Wise Body Therapy offers Anxiety Treatment

My Passion

I’m passionate about helping people (like you) heal your emotional wounds from the source so you can break free from the debilitating cycles for good. In your healed existence, you can spend your time and energy on the things that give your life meaning and joy.

Mental Health Therapy and Counseling

Modalities for In-Person or Virtual Therapy in Arizona

EMDR

Toxic stress can sometimes overwhelm our nervous system, making it hard for us to process and integrate our experiences smoothly. This can cause certain memories to get “stuck,” leading to what we often call “triggers.” EMDR therapy helps in processing these memories so that they no longer trouble us, allowing us to move forward more freely.

Parts Work

Ego State Parts Work invites us to view our defenses with kindness and understanding, helping them gently relax. As these defenses ease, we gain clearer access to the deeper wounds beneath, opening a path for healing and growth.

Polyvagal Therapy

Polyvagal Therapy aims to activate the body’s natural calming responses by stimulating the vagus nerve. Techniques like breathwork, muscle relaxation, and social connection help retrain the nervous system toward a lasting sense of safety & ease.

Intuitive Eating

Intuitive Eating counseling works by reconnecting you to your body’s intuitive wisdom. If we tune into the wisdom of our bodies, we can access a treasure trove of information about what we need on a moment-to-moment basis. This starts in the physical realm, but it also translates into the emotional realm.

Curious how I can help you heal?
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Virtual OR In-Person Therapy

Choose what works for you!

Wise Body Therapy Office

Virtual / Online Sessions from Anywhere in Arizona

Wise Body Therapy offers secure, HIPAA-compliant virtual therapy sessions for clients located anywhere in Arizona. Virtual sessions provide the flexibility to access support from the comfort of your own home, making it easier to fit therapy into your life—no commute required.

In-Person Sessions at Our Office in N. Phoenix

If you prefer face-to-face connection, we welcome you to our cozy office in North Phoenix for in-person sessions. This setting offers a calm, grounding space where you can fully engage in your healing journey with the support of a compassionate therapist by your side.

Office Location

11225 North 28th Dr. Suite B228
Phoenix, AZ 85029

Types of of Services We Offer

for Mental Health Therapy & Counseling

  • Trauma Focused
  • EMDR
  • Parts Work
  • Compassion Focused
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Somatic
  • Couples Therapy

We Can Help With:

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Secondary Traumatic Stress
    (first responders, child welfare investigators & case managers, probation/parole officers, etc)
  • Eating Disorders
  • Anxiety
  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Faith deconstruction and purity culture
  • Family Conflict
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues

Populations We Serve

  • Adults
  • All genders

Wise Body Therapy is a Safe Place For All

  • Health At Every Size (HAES) Aligned
  • Size Diversity Allied
  • Polyamory Allied
  • Sex Worker Allied
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Racial Justice Allied
  • GLBTQIA+ Allied
  • HIV / AIDS Allied
  • Single Parent Allied
  • Little Person Allied

Let's talk!

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