- Strengths focused
- Works with trauma
- Money and finances
About Jessica
Jessica Charbonneau is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and major life changes. She names client strengths first and works alongside people as they take early steps toward feeling better. Her style is steady and encouraging, aimed at practical progress rather than quick fixes.
With 24 years of experience, Jessica draws on several therapy traditions to match methods to the person's needs. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice thoughts without getting stuck in them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful patterns and try different responses. Mindfulness practices are woven in to build calm and attention in daily life.
Jessica also uses client-centered and emotionally-focused approaches to strengthen how people understand and express feelings. These approaches guide conversations about purpose, relationships, and work stress. She pays attention to caregiver strain, aging and geriatric concerns, hospice and end-of-life issues, and money and financial issues when they surface in sessions.
Her work includes support for people dealing with first responder stress, guilt and shame, eating-related struggles, and intellectual disability concerns. Jessica helps people sort through communication problems, workplace tension, mood and personality challenges, and the fog that follows trauma.
If someone wants to start, they complete the Start Therapy questionnaire and schedule based on availability. Jessica practices in New York and offers sessions in English, and she accepts international clients.
How her approaches work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting trapped by them, and then commit to actions that match their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and trying small behavior changes to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and meeting each person where they are to build trust and personal insight.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jessica will talk with the person about their needs, goals, and preferences, and together they will choose which methods to try. That collaborative process allows adjustments as progress is made or needs shift.
The practical upside of online work is flexibility for fitting sessions into a busy life. It can make scheduling easier around work, caregiving, or travel and can shorten commute time. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. A brief intake and matching process helps decide how sessions will be structured to match daily routines and treatment goals.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, workplace issues, and money and financial issues.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical, centered on client strengths and goals. She combines acceptance, cognitive techniques, mindfulness, and emotion-focused conversation to find what helps.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns related to mood, trauma, caregiving, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - licensed in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and she also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.