Jess McMahon, LPC - Therapist at Grow Therapy

Jess McMahon

Jess McMahon

(she/her)

LPC
12 years of experience
Virtual

You have chosen to take the first step in seeking out a mental health professional. Whether you are struggling to manage feelings of depression and anxiety, experiencing the stresses of parenthood, or having difficulty coping with emotions and negative thoughts, I am here to help. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey and Pennsylvania with over 12 years of experience. I have worked with young adult and adult clients dealing with mood and anxiety disorders, clients having difficulty with setting boundaries and people-pleasing behaviors, and clients struggling with life transitions (college, parenthood, and everyday stressors). My counseling style is warm and non-judgmental. I believe in meeting you "where you are at" and that therapy should be a collaborative approach, with you as the expert on your life. We will work together to create goals and process through challenges. I look forward to working with you!

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

My goal for our first therapy session together is to have you feel heard. I like therapy sessions to feel like a conversation; I will be there to listen, support, and provide insight. I hope to create a safe environment that will allow you to share and open up while we create a positive working relationship. We will work together to create attainable goals and we will discuss progress each week.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I believe my biggest strength is empathy and understanding that we are all human and experience challenges in life. I am truly passionate about working with people experiencing life's everyday stressors; parenthood, feelings of anxiety and depression, relationship challenges, and low-self esteem. I also enjoy working with college students and helping facilitate personal and social growth.

Appointments

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I use CBT to help clients recognize unhelpful thought patterns and set boundaries to prioritize their own needs.

Acceptance and commitment (ACT)

I use ACT to help clients improve mindfulness and accept thoughts and feelings without judgement.