Hi, my name is Jess. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I received my Master's in Social Welfare from UCLA and have been practicing for 3 1/2 years. During that time I have provided residential and in home therapy to individuals experiencing serious mental illnesses. I currently provide telehealth therapy to adult individuals, as well as working as an Emergency Department Social Worker at a local hospital.

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

During our first session, we will get to know each other through discussion of what brings you to therapy, what to expect from the process, and how I can use my experience and training to assist you. I will gather necessary historical information from you to facilitate treatment, but you should use this time to ask questions, address any concerns you may have about the therapeutic process, and share what you feel is most important about yourself and your motivation for seeking therapy.

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

As someone who has benefited from therapy myself, I became a social worker to give back to my community, and providing therapy allows me to assist others in navigating through personal crises and living with mental illness. I have developed a toolbox of therapy interventions and coping skills to assist you in making the necessary changes to live a life based on your personal values, rather than ruled by your symptoms.

About Jess Churchill