Jessie Weaver
Hi, I’m Jessie Weaver, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor (LCADC) in Kentucky. I help adults living with anxiety, depression, or the effects of trauma. I also work with people who want to change their relationship with alcohol or drugs.
My background in mental health and substance use counseling helps me understand how the two can overlap.
We’ll talk about what’s weighing on you and find practical steps that fit your life.
First session
If this is your first time in therapy, it’s okay to feel nervous or unsure where to begin. I’ll guide the conversation and give you time to share what brought you in, what’s been hard lately, and what you’d like to change. You can share as much as you feel comfortable with. We’ll talk through any questions you have and choose one or two things to focus on together. My hope is that you leave feeling heard, more at ease, and clear about what we’ll work on next.
Strengths
I bring a warm, down-to-earth approach to therapy. I listen closely and gently point out patterns that may be keeping you stuck. My background in mental health and substance use counseling helps me understand how the two can overlap. Together, we’ll practice skills you can use between sessions.
Ideal clients
I work well with adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or still on edge after difficult experiences. You may be questioning your use of alcohol or drugs, starting recovery, or looking for support after a setback. You might be ready to make a change or just beginning to figure out what you want to be different. If you’re looking for a place to talk openly, understand what’s keeping you stuck, and try practical tools at a pace that feels manageable, we may be a good fit.
Origin story
My own life experiences helped inspire me to become a therapist. They taught me how much it matters to feel heard and supported when life is hard. My education and clinical training gave me practical ways to offer that support. I bring both to my work, helping people make sense of what they’ve been through and find a way forward, even after a setback.
Ongoing work together
In our ongoing sessions, we’ll build on the goals we set together. We’ll check in on what’s happened since we last met, talk through what helped or got in the way, and practice skills you can use in everyday life. Over time, you might notice that you catch yourself spiraling sooner, set a boundary you used to avoid, or know who to reach out to when cravings show up. We’ll talk regularly about what’s changing and adjust our plan as your needs and goals evolve.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you notice how your thoughts, feelings, and actions affect one another. We’ll use real situations from your life, like putting off a conversation because you’re worried about how it might go. Together, we’ll look at what went through your mind, consider other ways to understand the situation, and choose a small step to try between sessions. At our next session, we’ll talk about what you noticed and build on what helped.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I use a person-centered, humanistic approach to help you explore what you’re feeling and what matters to you. You’ll have a say in what we focus on and how quickly we move. I’ll listen without judgment, reflect back what I’m hearing, and ask questions that help you make sense of your experiences. Over time, we’ll work toward recognizing your strengths, trusting your own judgment, and making choices that reflect your values.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in individual sessions to help you manage intense emotions, get through stressful moments, and communicate what you need. We’ll start with a situation from your life, like feeling overwhelmed during an argument, and practice a skill you can use in the moment. We’ll talk about how it went between sessions and adjust the skill to fit your needs.
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- KentuckyLicense LCSW00001670