About

Jessica Vargas

M.Ed., M.A., M.A-CP

Registered Psychotherapist,

EMDR Clinician, IAYT- Certified Yoga Therapist, Clinical Director and Owner

Meet Jessica

I am a Registered Psychotherapist and the founder of Serene Lotus Psychotherapy, based in Burlington, Ontario. I hold three Master’s degrees, including a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, a Master of Education, and a Master of Arts in Early Childhood Studies, and bring a combination of academic, clinical, and applied experience to my work.

My background includes extensive clinical training, experience in victim services, and over a decade of college-level teaching, which I continue alongside my clinical practice. I am also a Certified Yoga Therapist and 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher, informing an integrative approach that considers both psychological and physiological aspects of stress and trauma.

I specialize in working with individuals, youth (12+), and couples experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I integrate evidence-based therapies, including EMDR, within a structured and thoughtful process that supports clients in understanding patterns and working toward meaningful change.

In addition to individual and couples therapy, I offer psychotherapy groups focused on nervous system regulation, psychoeducation, and peer support.

I also bring lived experience as a long-term partner and parent of a large family, which informs my understanding of relationships, caregiving, and life transitions.

Sessions are available in-person at my Burlington office and virtually across Ontario.