- Social anxiety
- PEERS curriculum
- Cognitive behavioral techniques
About Jennifer
Jennifer Warthen is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) in South Carolina and has 26 years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, self-esteem concerns, ADHD, and life changes. Jennifer also focuses on social anxiety and phobia, panic attacks, and communication problems.
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques to help people manage symptoms and build day-to-day skills. Sessions often involve learning new ways to respond to anxiety, practicing social skills, and breaking larger problems into small steps. Jennifer favors clear, actionable tools people can use between meetings.
Her background includes a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from The College of Charleston and a Master of Social Work from the University of South Carolina. Jennifer is also working toward a special education teaching certificate, which informs her approach with younger clients. She has long experience supporting children, adolescents, and young adults with ADHD and social skills challenges.
Jennifer has used program materials such as the PEERS curriculum developed at UCLA for social skills work with youth. She integrates techniques like cognitive behavioral strategies to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. Meetings aim to be straightforward, with steps to practice and measure progress over time.
People who struggle with being watched, speaking up, or forming connections may find the pace and focus helpful. The emphasis is on practical strategies, clearer communication, and small, manageable changes to daily routines.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Many of the techniques Jennifer uses come from cognitive behavioral methods. Cognitive behavioral techniques help people identify unhelpful thought patterns and test different behaviors to reduce anxiety and panic. These methods are useful for social anxiety, panic attacks, and everyday stress.She also draws on structured social skills work like the PEERS curriculum. PEERS focuses on practical social rules, role plays, and rehearsal to improve conversation skills and peer interactions for children and adolescents with ADHD or social skills challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Jennifer will review goals, try methods, and adjust plans based on what helps most. That process is collaborative and paced to the person’s comfort and needs.
Confirm session formats before scheduling since the biography does not list specific online options. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or remove travel time. Talk with her through the matching questionnaire and the initial scheduling step to learn which session formats are currently offered and which will best fit everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
26+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, self-esteem, coping with life changes, ADHD, and related communication problems and panic attacks.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses evidence-based techniques and practical exercises, focusing on skills practice and step-by-step behavior changes to manage symptoms.
How much experience does she have?
Jennifer has 26 years of experience as a mental health clinician supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and caregivers.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LISW-CP credential and practices in South Carolina.
Which languages are offered and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started if I want to work together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.