- Trauma informed
- Goal focused
- Strength based
About Jennifer
Jennifer Paradysz is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with two decades of experience. She helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, parenting strain, codependency, or the long-term effects of trauma. Her way of working is direct and compassionate, aimed at restoring a sense of safety and self.
Jennifer trained at the University of New England and has focused much of her career on trauma and complex trauma, including emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. She also supports people managing mood disorders, ADHD, relationship struggles, and issues tied to separation or caregiving stress.
Her approach blends practical tools and relational care. Jennifer uses methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking, mindfulness practices to manage stress, and attachment-informed work to rebuild trust in relationships. She also integrates EMDR and mind-body strategies when appropriate.
Sessions emphasize collaboration. Jennifer helps clients set clear goals, practice emotion regulation skills, and test new ways of relating to themselves and others. She favors strength-based work that builds on what already helps a person cope.
Her practice includes brief exercises, guided reflection, and skills you can use between sessions. Jennifer frames therapy as a step-by-step process that supports gradual change and increased confidence in everyday life.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns. Online work can help identify those patterns and practice new ways of relating to reduce fear and increase trust. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches concrete skills to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors, which can be practiced between sessions to reduce anxiety or low mood. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to lower stress and improve emotion regulation.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, symptoms, and day-to-day needs and then suggest which methods to try first. This decision is collaborative and may change over time as progress is made.
The practical benefits of online care include easier fit into a busy schedule and fewer barriers to keeping appointments. Online sessions can make it simpler to check in during a break, avoid travel time, or use shorter appointments when needed. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking to know what is available. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches so therapy can be useful even when it’s delivered at a distance.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jennifer commonly address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep disturbance, anger, self-esteem, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and codependency.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The style is collaborative and compassionate. Expect a mix of practical skills, reflective conversation, and approaches that attend to emotions and relationships.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She has 20 years of clinical experience and has focused much of her work on trauma and complex trauma, as well as mood disorders, ADHD, grief, and parenting concerns.
What credentials does she hold and where does she practice?
She holds an MA and is a LICSW. Her practice is based in Massachusetts.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She does accept international clients.
What formats are used for sessions?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether video, phone, or another format is offered.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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