Elizabeth Jensema
Hello there, I’m Elizabeth Jensema. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing social work for 20 years. I enjoy helping adults struggling with their mental health and also those struggling with addiction. My goal is to meet you where you are at and to help you achieve goals that are meaningful to you.
I enjoy helping adults struggling with their mental health and also those struggling with addiction.
I like to have fun with humor, stay positive, and focus on moving forward one day at a time. I feel it's important to provide support and the reassurance that you are not alone, we are all struggling. I hope I can help you to feel comfortable and supported.
First session
During our first therapy session together, we will discuss what you have been struggling with lately and what has brought you to therapy. I will also ask questions about your history to get a nice full picture. You can expect a very laid-back and supportive environment, I will help to guide you as needed.
Strengths
I like to take time to get to know my clients and build trust, allowing the space and time needed to feel comfortable sharing openly. Over time, we will work together to set goals that are most appropriate for what you want to accomplish while in therapy. Most often I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients reframe their thoughts and emotions so they can move forward in a positive direction. I utilize proven methods to ensure you receive the most effective and up-to-date care.
Ideal clients
I enjoy working with adults, both male and female, who are struggling with their mental health. This could include struggles with depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, relationships/family, vocational, life transitions, and stress. My approach is tailored to client's unique needs and circumstances. My communication style is calm, relaxed, and personable. I strive to provide a welcoming space for clients to openly share to their comfort level. I provide support and guidance while clients are on their healing journey, incorporating humor and fun along the way.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I often integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) in my practice. During our first session, we’ll explore what brought you to therapy and identify the most effective approaches to support your progress. Through CBT, we’ll examine how your thoughts influence your emotions and daily experiences. With DBT, we’ll strengthen practical skills for managing intense emotions, staying present, and responding to challenges in ways that align with your goals and values. Using MI, I’ll help you tap into your own motivation for making meaningful and lasting behavioral change.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Christian
White
Woman
Top specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Other specialties
ADHD
Bipolar Disorder
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
Grief
Older Adults
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Serious Mental Illness
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)