Jamaika is an LCSW who utilizes a very person centered approach, however she does challenge her clients when needed. Jamaika see’s an array of clients including those who are dealing with adjustment issues due to a stressful change in their life (toxic relationships, heartbreak, divorce, new job, school, sports performance issues etc.) as well as, see clients with diagnosis of depression, anxiety, bipolar and more. Jamaika is has experience in working with an array of clients but holds specialty in three areas: Elite & Professional Athletes, Domestic Violence, and Alcohol & Substance Use/Addictions. A little bit about Jamaika is that she is an alumni Division 1 athlete who specializes in working with current and former elite athletes of all ages and stages. Jamaika also specializes in working with individuals experiencing or have experienced domestic violence on a physical, emotional, mental, sexual and other abuse level. Lastly, Jamaika specializes in working with individuals who struggle with misusing and abusing alcohol or substances, or other addictions such as gaming addictions, sex addictions and needs assistance getting their maladaptive behaviors under control. Jamaika’s treatment modalities consist of a mix of different things which all pertain to her clients and what she best believes will help her clients achieve their goals per each presenting issue. Jamaika's common treatment modalities utilized but not limited to are: Accelerated Resolution Therapy/EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. As a counselor, Jamaika provides a judgement free zone, safe and supportive therapeutic environment. Jamaika strives to aid her clients in reaching their best self, as well as, experience a quality of life and peace within their mind and life in general. If interested and wanting to incorporate Faith Based Counseling in your session, please notify Jamaika, as she is comfortable providing upon request.

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

First session would include going over a few assessments, getting history of client and what brought client in for counseling. The session will end with a verbal care plan of what the goals of what the client is wanting to get out of therapy. First session will give an overview of what future sessions will look like and really getting to know the client and build rapport.

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

I have a very easy going and a good mix of upbeat, straight forward and relaxed personality. I am non-judgemental, humorous, and very person-centered. I am really about adapting and adjusting to what my clients need from me. I am not a "one style of treatment or approach fits all" type of therapist. I would say my greatest strength is the ability to adapt and adjust to my clients.

About Jamaika Hughes