Life is full of seasons, some more difficult than others. Many people struggle a long time before seeking mental health care. But mental health is health! Just like in other health specialties, preventative mental health care can be so effective in avoiding crisis and more serious illness. You do not have to suffer to deserve support! No matter the level of stress you are going through, you are worth taking care of. Therapy is a process in which you will clarify how you feel, what you need, and learn how to get more satisfaction from your life. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents that are feeling stuck or overwhelmed by their life circumstances. You are not alone. Together we will work to identify what you need to grow to your full potential!
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
You can expect a warm, genuine, conversational style of therapy with me. We'll start by getting to know each other and the therapy process. I'll give you some information about what to expect from our time together and answer any questions you have. We can then begin working right away on any urgent challenges you are facing, and create a treatment plan so we have a shared understanding of the focus of sessions moving forward.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
After a decade in this profession, I have found that the most important aspect of the therapeutic process is the genuine relationship I have with my clients. I am truly passionate about supporting client growth and watching you bloom into the best version of yourself. Cheering for you through all the wins, and sitting with you through all the losses. I have a wide range of training and pull from any modality and experience I have to best support client's needs. I believe each counseling experience should be unique and one of a kind, tailored to the person I am with in that moment. I hope you will feel that in our work together.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I pride myself in being able to meet any client where they are. Meaning, no matter your age, race, gender or needs, I will use everything I know to help and support you. And if I don't know how, I will help you find someone who can! But, I would say my expertise over the years has naturally come to be in working with clients struggling with anxiety and relationships. Helping them to navigate the stress that comes from different phases and stages of relationships. Relationships with their significant others, parents, children, friends, etc. Also, after working for many years as a school based therapist, I have a special place in my heart for Teachers, Administrators and all other public school staff. I know first hand the immense stress and pressure that can be put on staff in public schools. I love reminding them of their strengths and what treasures they are to their students and their community!
About Jessica Owen MS, LCMHC, LCAS
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have extensive training in CBT and found the most success in utilizing strategies from this approach in my work with clients who struggle with mild to severe anxiety. CBT strategies help to identify negative thinking patterns so you can view challenging situations more clearly and respond to them in a more effective way.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
The foundation of my therapeutic style is person centered, a non-authoritative approach that allows clients to take more of a lead in discussions so that, in the process, they will discover their own solutions. I believe each counseling experience should be unique and one of a kind, tailored to the person I am with in that moment. I hope you will feel that belief in our work together.
Motivational Interviewing
MI is one of my preferred approaches because of it's collaborative and goal oriented focus. I have found that clients are most successful when they are personally motivated and committed to their goals. Sometimes clients find themselves in therapy through the suggestion of a loved one; a partner, a parent. Using this approach, I am able to explore clients own reasons for change in an atmosphere of acceptance and compassion.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I love using ACT in working with people experiencing anxiety especially during a period of separation or divorce. This is a time where self talk can be at it's most negative and emotions at their most intense and uncomfortable. Through the process of acceptance of their difficult circumstances clients are more effectively able to respond to difficult situations and then commit to living a more worthwhile life through positive and confident behaviors.