- CBT
- Mindfulness
- ACT
About Jennifer
Jennifer Covington is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with 13 years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, depression, trauma, and related concerns. She practices in North Carolina and holds sessions in English.
Jennifer focuses on practical, step-by-step work. She helps people identify what feels overwhelming and break it into small, manageable tasks. Conversations center on current problems like parenting strain, family conflict, managing mood, or coping after loss. She uses straightforward tools rather than abstract talk.
Her approach blends methods that encourage clear thinking and purposeful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps spot unhelpful thoughts and test them. Mindfulness exercises bring attention to the present moment and reduce reactive patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers ways to act on personal values even when feelings are difficult.
Sessions are collaborative and goal-focused. Jennifer uses motivational techniques to support change and problem solving to build daily routines that work. She addresses practical areas such as sleep, eating, work stress, and boundaries in relationships. For people with ADHD, avoidant personality traits, or attachment concerns, she offers strategies to increase consistency and follow-through.
Her practice also covers grief, caregiver stress, body image, intimacy-related issues, and coping with disasters. Jennifer invites clients to start with a simple intake so they can set clear goals and choose the best methods for their situation.
Therapeutic approaches and online work
Jennifer often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve mood. Mindfulness Therapy trains simple attention skills to lower reactivity and increase the ability to notice thoughts and feelings without acting on them.She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy which helps people notice strong feelings while choosing actions that match their values. These approaches are practical and goal-oriented, and the therapist will help decide together which methods fit a client's needs and goals. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier and can fit into busy days. It can allow shorter check-ins, reduce travel time, and let people meet without rearranging as much of their routine. The focus in sessions remains the same - practical skills, goal setting, and strategies for managing anxiety and life stressors.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and parenting concerns among others listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and goal-focused, mixing client-centered listening with skill-building approaches like CBT and mindfulness.
How much experience does she have?
She has 13 years of experience working in mental health settings and community care.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is an LCSW licensed in North Carolina and offers services to people in that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.