Jessica Lemer, LMFT - Therapist in Minnesota

Stress and anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

About Jessica

Jessica Lemer is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, practicing in Minnesota with 14 years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, and helps people process trauma and abuse. Jessica uses straightforward, person-focused methods to support people who find social situations or relationship conflicts difficult.

Her approach centers on listening first and noticing what matters most to each person. Sessions emphasize practical steps and clear conversation. She draws on client-centered listening to understand personal goals and values.

Jessica also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify thought and behavior patterns that feed worry or low mood. CBT tools are presented in plain language and practiced through small, doable steps that fit into everyday life.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy informs her work with relationship and family struggles. This means naming feelings, improving communication, and gently reshaping patterns that cause distance or conflict. Mindfulness practices are used to develop present-moment awareness and calm during stress.

Motivational Interviewing helps when people feel stuck or unsure about change. Jessica aims to support clear decisions and realistic next steps rather than push for rapid shifts. She encourages a steady pace that responds to each person's comfort level.

Jessica works in English and offers therapy grounded in respect for social justice and equality. Before booking, confirm the current session formats and scheduling details so they match your needs.

Using familiar approaches in remote sessions

Jessica often combines Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in online work. Client-Centered Therapy means the therapist listens closely and follows what matters to the person, helping them decide what to work on. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce worry and low mood.

She views finding the right approach as a collaborative process. The therapist and client will review what helps, try an approach for a few sessions, and adjust the plan based on the person's goals and preferences. Decisions about pacing and techniques come from this shared planning.

Session formats were not specified in the provided biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, avoid travel, or have a shorter check-in when time is limited. They also let people use mindfulness exercises and CBT worksheets during the session, and make it simpler to carry new skills into daily routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issues Communication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

14+ years

Listed in

Minnesota

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, and trauma and abuse. Additional focuses include attachment, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, body image, and related issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is client-centered and practical. She listens first, then uses clear tools such as CBT and mindfulness to address daily challenges.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 14 years of professional experience working with people on anxiety, relationships, trauma, and related concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is an LMFT licensed in Minnesota and practices there.

Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?

International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are conducted in English.

Which session formats are offered?

Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats were not specified in the biography. Check the listing for up-to-date format details.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin scheduling a first appointment?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session from the available times.