Jessica is a counselor pursuing licensure in the states of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. She received a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Psychology and a Master of Science (MS) degree in Counseling from Cairn University.

Jessica is devoted to building and maintaining relationships while providing therapeutic counseling. She pursues getting to know each individual while walking alongside them towards healing. She approaches individuals uniquely and based on their needs by utilizing attachment theory, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She also has experience in leading group counseling where she taught graduate counseling students at Cairn University.

Jessica enjoys working with individuals of all ages, but has the most experience with adolescents and young adults. The individuals she has worked with have dealt with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and interpersonal issues.

While she has a passion for sitting with individuals in their pain, she also has a passion for the arts as a professional photographer. This experience gives her a unique perspective in handling each individual with curiosity and a desire to build safety and trust in the relationship.

Recommended Books:

• Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

• The Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning

• Suffering and the Heart of God by Diane Langberg

Favorite Quotes:

“When we accept ourselves for what we are, we decrease our hunger for power or the acceptance of others because our self-intimacy reinforces our inner sense of security. We are no longer preoccupied with being powerful or popular. We no longer fear criticism because we accept the reality of our human limitations. Once integrated, we are less often plagued with the desire to please others because simply being true to ourselves brings lasting peace. We are grateful for life and we deeply appreciate and love ourselves.” - Brennan Manning

“Success is never final; failure is never fatal. It is courage that counts.” - Winston Churchill

“Relying on God has to begin all over again every day as if nothing had yet been done.” - C.S. Lewis

Fee: $100-$120 per session