I'm a down-to-earth therapist who's all about changing what people think therapy is. I'm not just here to listen—I'm your therapy friend, offering unconditional support while helping you stay accountable. You can't disappoint me, but if you're standing in your own way, I'll help you face it. Using trauma-focused approaches like EMDR and Brainspotting, I guide you through tough emotions and experiences so you can move forward and live a more fulfilling, present life.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, you'll meet a therapist who brings both professional expertise and real-life experience. This isn’t just another appointment—it’s your chance to share your story in a space that’s genuinely open and supportive. We’ll explore what’s bringing you to therapy, your personal goals, and any questions or concerns you might have. I’m here to listen to you as a whole person, not just through a clinical lens. Our session will focus on building a strong therapeutic bond and setting the stage for a journey that’s tailored to your unique needs. You'll get a clear picture of how my approach works and how it can be personalized to help you move forward. Let’s begin this journey together with authenticity and care.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strength as a provider is my ability to blend authenticity with professional expertise. I create a genuinely supportive and open environment where you feel valued and understood as a whole person. My down-to-earth approach helps you feel comfortable and accepted, while my trauma-focused techniques guide you effectively through your healing journey. I’m here to be your therapy friend—offering unconditional support while also helping you stay accountable for your progress. This combination of empathy and commitment to your growth is at the heart of my practice.
About Jerrica Newsome
Jerrica Newsome offers therapy covered by Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid and UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid in Virginia.
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834 West 44th Street, Norfolk, VA 23508Appointments
Virtual & in-personMy treatment methods
Brainspotting
I am trained in Brainspotting and utilize this modality to aid clients in processing trauma.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I am trained in CBT and utilize this modality to support client's in identifying connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and helping them to adapt more positive core beliefs about themselves.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
As a BIPOC clinician, I employ a culturally sensitive lens in every session. I value your lived experiences and cultural identity and understand the significance of considering these factors in your healing journey.
EMDR
I am trained in EMDR and utilize this modality to aid clients in processing through and resolving stuck points in trauma. I also utilize EMDR to aid in strengthening mind/body connection and helping clients to be more present by challenging dissociative symptoms and increasing mindfulness. EMDR is my go-to approach for working with clients who are wanting to work through current symptoms but can't quite place their finger on experiences that contribute to the present symptom.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I am DBT certified and utilize this modality to help clients build distress tolerance skills, emotional regulation, mindfulness, radical acceptance, and to develop interpersonal effectiveness skills.