Are you looking to make changes but need support and gentle accountability? Then, let me introduce myself. My name is Jessica Stallard and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the state of Virginia (license #0904008299). I received a Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in Sociology and a Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from Radford University in Radford, VA (Go Highlanders!). I have over 15 years of experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and various ages in a variety of clinical settings including crisis assessment, biopsychosocial assessment, outpatient counseling, EAP, teaching, and clinical supervision. I am a person-centered and trauma-informed therapist who uses cognitive behavioral and mindfulness concepts to help those I work with achieve the goals they set for themselves. If you think you might like to work with me, please reach out. I would love to see what we can do!
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I am a person-centered and trauma-informed therapist that utilizes techniques and tools from cognitive behavioral concepts, motivational interviewing, mindfulness/somatic concepts, and, when appropriate, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I believe that trust and respect are important for building a productive and therapeutic working relationship. I am a provider that prides herself on being respectful and practicing unconditional positive regard for those I work with in therapy; feedback is not only accepted but encouraged.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I prefer working with a wide range of clients as my background reflects.