Jessica Reyes-Feliscian
Hello/Hola, I'm Jessica Reyes-Feliscian, a bilingual (Spanish Speaking) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to helping individuals overcome self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression and stress, process grief; navigate life transitions.
I'm dedicated to creating a supportive and non judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
My goal is to empower you to develop healthy coping strategies, find inner strength, and foster a deeper understanding of yourself. I offer a safe, compassionate, and collaborative space where you can grow and heal. I look forward to joining you on your journey to self-discovery and emotional well-being.
First session
In our first session we will begin with introductions, review limits to confidentiality and limits within the therapeutic relationship. Initial intake paperwork will be reviewed followed by a discussion on reasons for seeking therapy. I will inquire specifics on your history, symptoms, education, relationships and living situation. I will inquire your goals for treatment and what will make you feel supported in achieving this goal.
Strengths
My combined 19 years plus of experience working with children, adults and families in mental health settings, behavioral supports and on Individualized Education Programs (IEP's) in the school setting has taught me planning and implementation of services should be based on each individuals needs and how to support their goals. I am strongly committed to assisting individuals in receiving the necessary tools they need to be healthy, happy well-rounded individuals in their communities. In addition, I am trained in a variety of specialized areas such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Trauma Focused-Cognitive, Grief Therapy, Behavioral Therapy, Positive Parenting and Emotional Regulation tools, DBT skills.
Ideal clients
I support adults, children and adolescents in overcoming academic/work stress, emotional shutdown, and transitional challenges. Through a strengths-based, relationship-centered approach, I help individuals develop effective communication skills, rebuild trust, and strengthen confidence to navigate life with resilience. I specialize in grief, anxiety, women's issues and school based challenges. I have a deep interest is assimilation and acculturation and the grief that is associated with it. As well as supporting executive functioning.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I practice CBT beginning with Psychoeducation and going through stages of cognitive restructuring, balanced thinking, identifying core beliefs, developing new cognitive skills, identifying feelings, skills for managing unpleasant thoughts and feelings, changing behavior problem solving skills.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I utilize Person Centered Treatment by attending to clients presenting needs, summarizing asking clarifying questions reflecting asking processing questions utilizing concreteness and specificity practicing self-disclosure, When it will benefit the client utilizing confrontation and immediacy.
Grief Therapy
I am a certified Grief therapist who approaches grief as a part of life that we process through as individuals but need support as we navigate this challenging transition (grief can mean many different things to different people).
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- CaliforniaLicense 85731