- Strengths-based approach
- Practical skills focus
- Experience with grief
About Jessica
Jessica Otton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Florida. She earned a Bachelor and Master of Social Work from Florida Gulf Coast University and brings nine years of clinical experience to her work. Jessica has a background in medical social work and has spent much of her career supporting people through serious health and life transitions.
She has worked in hospice settings for eight years, including in-patient, home, and nursing home care. Jessica also has experience in substance abuse rehabilitation and has supported both court-mandated and voluntary clients. Her caseload has included people facing grief, chronic illness, addiction, depression, anxiety, and life changes.
Jessica uses a strengths-based style and draws on cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques. She aims to build a trusting relationship where clients feel safe to speak openly. Sessions focus on practical steps and skills that match each person’s goals.
People come to her with concerns like stress, family strain, parenting challenges, codependency, and caregiver fatigue. She also supports those coping with chronic pain, aging-related issues, end-of-life concerns, and co-occurring conditions. Jessica works in English and practices in Florida.
Her approach is collaborative and goal-oriented. She helps people identify small, manageable changes that fit into daily life. Jessica encourages clients to shape the work so it fits their priorities and pace.
How her approaches translate to online work
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on building a reliable, supportive relationship between client and therapist. It helps people understand how early relationships affect current patterns and can be useful for improving trust and connection in close relationships.Client-Centered Therapy centers each person’s experience and pace. The therapist listens without judgment and follows what matters most to the client, which helps when someone needs a calm space to sort feelings and make decisions.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Jessica will collaborate with clients to decide which methods fit best based on needs, goals, and preferences. Together they can try different techniques and adapt the plan as progress is made.
For practical matters, confirm the available session options before booking so you know how sessions are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people continue care during medical treatments or caregiving responsibilities without needing to leave home. Licensed professionals will discuss how to structure sessions to match each person’s life and goals.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and codependency among other issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is strengths-based and collaborative, using practical techniques from cognitive behavioral and solution-focused approaches to set and reach goals.
What is her professional background?
She has nine years of experience, including medical social work, substance abuse rehabilitation, and eight years working in hospice settings.
What credentials and region are listed?
She holds the LCSW credential and practices in Florida.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered for scheduling.
How are sessions priced?
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?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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