- Ten years experience
- Focus on addictions
- Client-centered care
About Jessica
Jessica Steinmetz is a licensed mental health counselor who works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, and depression. She brings ten years of experience and a direct, respectful approach that centers the client’s own knowledge about their life. Jessica encourages practical steps and steady progress rather than quick fixes.
She helps people address substance and alcohol problems, gambling or process addictions, and smoking or vaping cessation. She also supports those dealing with relationship strain, communication problems, impulsivity, isolation, money worries, and life transitions. Codependency and social anxiety are among the specific areas she pays attention to in sessions.
Jessica uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client’s pace and priorities. She employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. Motivational Interviewing is part of her approach when people want to build momentum for change, especially around addictions and quitting habits.
Her style is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on small, manageable goals, clearer communication skills, and coping strategies for tough moments. Jessica aims to meet people where they are and help them build tools that fit their daily lives.
Jessica holds credentials as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor - LMHC and LPC. She practices in New York and brings a decade of clinical work to each client conversation.
How her approaches shape online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy puts the client's story and priorities first. The therapist listens closely and helps people set goals that feel right for them, which can be helpful for stress, relationship worries, and low motivation.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It provides specific exercises and plans to reduce anxiety, change unhelpful behaviors, and improve mood. Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and build small steps toward goals, which is useful for substance use and quitting habits.
Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will work together with each person to see which methods fit their needs and priorities. That may mean trying different techniques over a few sessions and adjusting based on what works.
Confirm the available session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter or more frequent check-ins when needed. They can also make it simpler to keep consistent appointments around work, family, or other commitments.
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Experience
10+ years
Credentials
New York, New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Jessica help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She also supports people dealing with substance and process addictions, communication problems, and codependency.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She follows a person-centered approach while using strategies to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of professional experience working with individuals affected by addictions, mood concerns, and life stressors.
What credentials and location apply?
Jessica holds LMHC and LPC credentials and practices in New York while maintaining licensure in New Jersey as indicated.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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