Licensed to practice in 3 states and accepts 21 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Grief and 10 more.

Jen Banks

(she/her)

LPC, 17 years of experience
Authentic
Warm
Open-minded
VirtualAvailable

I'm a therapist who doesn't do small talk or hedge what I'm seeing. I notice patterns fast, the thread connecting things before someone's even finished explaining, and I'll tell you what I see instead of asking you forty questions to get there. I work well with people who are tired of therapy that moves slow and stays vague. If you want someone who's going to engage with the real thing instead of circling it, that's me.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

First session is real, not a script. I'll ask direct questions, you'll get an actual sense of how I think and work, and we'll know by the end whether this is a fit. No vague intake followed by silence.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I'm good at naming the pattern underneath what someone's saying before they've fully said it. I don't let things stay fuzzy, fuzzy doesn't help anyone change anything. I work best with people who are tired of treading water in therapy and want someone who'll actually move with them.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work best with adults who appear high-functioning but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted underneath. Many are navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or recovery and are tired of coping strategies that only scratch the surface. They often have insight into their patterns but struggle to translate that awareness into meaningful, lasting change. My clients tend to be thoughtful, self-aware, and motivated, even if they feel discouraged or burned out. Some have been in therapy before and felt unseen or like they were going through the motions. Others are newer to therapy but ready to engage honestly and do deeper work. They are not looking for quick fixes or surface-level advice. They want to understand themselves, shift long-standing patterns, and build a more sustainable way of living. I am a strong fit for clients who value a grounded, collaborative approach that integrates emotional insight, nervous system awareness, and practical change. This includes people working through complex family dynamics, identity questions, life transitions, or the long-term effects of stress and trauma. My approach is direct, compassionate, and focused on helping clients move forward without shame or unnecessary pathologizing.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

Military/Veterans

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Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Strength-Based

I start with what's already working. Everyone comes in with more resources than they realize, and part of my job is helping people see and build on what they already have rather than focusing only on what's broken.

Person-centered (Rogerian)

This is the foundation of everything I do. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is what creates change, not techniques or homework assignments. I follow your lead, trust your process, and offer unconditional positive regard. You're the expert on your own life.

Motivational Interviewing

I use MI to help clients explore ambivalence and find their own reasons for change. I'm not here to convince you of anything. I'm here to help you get clear on what you actually want and what might be getting in the way.

, 8 ratings

2 ratings with written reviews

June 22, 2026

For my first ever session with Jen, I found she was able to lighten the mood appropriately, and she genuinely wants to hear your story. She doesn't unpack everything too quickly, and she offers additional supplemental resources. I felt like I was talking to someone I already had known for a while, and that is so important!

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 1 with Jen

June 15, 2026

I felt very comfortable with her. She seems very warm genuine and I am looking forward to working with her.

Verified client, age 65+
Review shared after session 1 with Jen