Jessica Whitney
(she/her)
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience. I’ve learned that while clinical tools are essential, they work best when delivered with warmth and empathy. I have a Master’s in Social Work from LSU (Geaux Tigers!). I spent the last eight years working extensively with the Veteran population. This experience deepened my expertise in trauma-focused, evidence-based care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and many other protocols. I believe there is no one quite like you, so I keep my approach warm and down-to-earth, prioritizing our relationship as the foundation for growth. Whether you are navigating difficult life transitions or daily challenges, I am committed to a practical, solution-focused partnership that honors your unique story and helps you find your own rhythm.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first few sessions, you can expect me to listen to your story as we personalize treatment to you. Like Mister Rogers said, "there is no one like you."
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My practice is unique because I focus on solutions in a simple and approachable way.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I specialize in working with adults and seniors struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I help by offering a practical approach that works for your daily life. In our first few sessions, you can expect me to listen to your story as we personalize treatment to you. My practice is unique because I focus on solutions in a simple, down-to-earth way. I'm an LSU grad (Geaux Tigers!) and have over a decade of experience with 8 years dedicated to serving Veterans. I’m passionate about this work because I want people to feel heard, seen, and healed so they can become their best selves.
Specialties
Top specialtiesAnxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Life Transitions
Military/Veterans
Mood Disorders
I identify as
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
Colorado
Accepts
Arlo
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use my formal training from Veterans Affairs to provide an evidence-based approach that helps you master the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and actions. In our work together, I help you identify and reframe the specific thought patterns that may be holding you back, giving you the clarity to look at challenges from a new perspective. By learning to name and understand your feelings, you can move through them with more ease rather than feeling overwhelmed by them. My goal is to empower you to choose behaviors that align with your personal values and move you closer to your life goals. This structured yet warm approach ensures that the strategies we develop are practical, effective, and tailored specifically to your daily reality.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you stop struggling with painful thoughts and feelings and instead focus on what truly matters to you, changing the question from "what's the matter with me" to "what matters to me?" By fostering psychological flexibility and mindfulness, I support you in accepting what is out of your control while committing to actions that enrich your life and align with your deepest values.
Compassion Focused
Compassion is the foundation of my practice, allowing me to build genuine connections where you feel truly seen and supported as we navigate the practical challenges of your daily life.
Eclectic
I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches, tailoring my methods to fit your unique needs so we can find the practical, effective strategies that work best for your life.
Strength-Based
By focusing on the unique qualities and resilience you already possess, we work together to harness those internal assets as a foundation for navigating life's challenges with confidence.