Jessica Whittington, LCSW

Jessica Whittington is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing midlife transitions, stress, anxiety, grief, and depression. She creates a straightforward, respectful space where clients can speak honestly and feel heard. Many people come for practical support when life feels overwhelming or uncertain.

With 11 years of experience as an LCSW, Jessica draws on several therapeutic approaches to match each person’s needs. She uses Client-Centered Therapy to focus on what matters most to the person in the room. She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes.

Jessica aims for clear, achievable steps rather than complex jargon. Sessions often include setting short-term goals, practicing coping skills, and reviewing what worked between meetings. She encourages direct conversation about relationships, parenting stress, career pressures, and life-stage changes.

Her work addresses a wide range of concerns including ADHD, addictions, trauma, intimacy issues, eating and sleeping struggles, and caregiver stress. She also supports people dealing with aging, attachment questions, and the emotional fallout of separation or loss.

People who choose Jessica can expect a collaborative style. She listens first, then helps plan practical next steps. The focus is on steady progress and realistic coping strategies for everyday life.

How Jessica’s Approaches Work Online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s lead. The therapist reflects what she hears and helps clients name their priorities, which can be useful for stress, relationship concerns, and midlife questions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. It helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns and try small behavior changes to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving communication. It can be helpful for people who struggle with impulsive behavior, anger, or relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jessica will listen to your goals and suggest methods that match your needs and preferences. Together you can adjust techniques as you learn what helps most.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know how she is meeting with clients. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week by removing travel time and allowing check-ins from home or work. It can also let you choose shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or make it simpler to involve focused skill practice between appointments.