- Focus on practical steps
- Compassionate listening
- Individualized plans
About Jesse
Jesse Palermo is a licensed clinical social worker in New York who helps people handle stress, anxiety, addiction, mood changes, and relationship struggles. He works with adults who are trying to find steadier ground after loss, trauma, or big life shifts. Jesse aims to meet people where they are and to offer straightforward support as they make changes.
He uses a mix of practical conversation and focused techniques to address day-to-day problems. Sessions often center on identifying what feels most urgent and building clear steps to reduce distress. He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while tailoring the plan to each person's needs.
Jesse draws from Client-Centered work to create a listening space where people can speak openly. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thinking and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for managing intense emotions. These approaches are blended to fit the situation rather than following a fixed script.
People come to him for help with depression, bipolar mood swings, grief, trauma, and intimacy or sexual concerns including kink and alternative cultures. He also supports those coping with ADHD, parenting stresses, career strain, or body image and eating issues. Jesse pays attention to how different problems interact so the plan addresses the whole picture.
Starting therapy with Jesse means moving at a pace that feels manageable. He focuses on practical steps you can use between sessions and encourages feedback so the work stays relevant and useful.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people feel heard and can find their own solutions. Online sessions using that approach prioritize open conversation and pacing that fits the person's comfort. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to change thinking patterns and behaviors; online CBT can include homework, thought records, and short skill practices between sessions to build momentum.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to test methods and adjust based on what helps you meet your goals. That means deciding together whether more skill-based work or deeper reflective conversation is best for the issue at hand.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week and reduce travel time. It also lets people use short check-ins or longer sessions when needed, and supports using written exercises and tools between meetings to keep progress moving forward.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
Concerns listed include stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma and grief, body image and eating concerns, sleep problems, ADHD, parenting and career strain, and caring-related stress.
What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?
Sessions combine Client-Centered listening with practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. The work focuses on clear, usable steps and emotion regulation skills tailored to each person.
How long has Jesse Palermo practiced?
He has 14 years of professional experience working with adults in clinical settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the LCSW credential and practices in New York.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not specify which formats are used.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.