- CBT methods
- Mindfulness tools
- Motivational interviewing
About Jessica
Jessica Messersmith-Miller is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker-Supervisor (LISW) with 16 years of practice. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, grief, self-esteem concerns, trauma and related issues. She also helps with parenting strain, anger, career changes, bipolar and depression, and coping with life changes.
Her background includes work in many settings, such as inpatient and outpatient counseling, hospitals, hospice, jails, and alternative education. That experience informs a practical approach to common problems. Sessions focus on clear goals and step-by-step plans rather than vague talk.
Jessica uses Client-Centered Therapy to focus on each person's priorities. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. Mindfulness practices are used when helpful to manage stress and stay present.
She also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people working toward change and Narrative Therapy to examine the stories people tell about themselves. These methods are mixed to fit the issue and the person's pace. Jessica encourages active skills practice between sessions.
Her work includes helping with addiction and dual diagnosis, family of origin and relationship difficulties, and caregiver stress. She pays attention to practical life demands and coping strategies that make everyday tasks easier.
Sessions are conducted in English. International clients are not accepted. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and scheduling step are used so a first session can be arranged.
How Jessica uses collaborative approaches in online sessions
Jessica combines Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy online, using each to address different needs. Client-Centered Therapy means the conversation focuses on what the person wants to work on and their immediate priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thought and behavior patterns and builds practical skills to change unhelpful reactions.She also draws on Mindfulness Therapy to introduce simple practices that help manage stress and increase present-moment awareness. These practices can be short and practical, suitable for use between sessions when stress rises or before a social situation.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jessica treats selection of methods as a collaborative process. She will discuss goals, test different techniques, and adjust plans based on what the person prefers and what proves useful.
Session formats are not specified in this profile, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing sessions during work breaks or from other convenient locations. Some methods, like skill practice or brief check-ins, adapt well to remote sessions and can be scheduled around daily responsibilities.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, grief, self-esteem issues, trauma and many related concerns.
What approach does she use in sessions?
Her style blends Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy to suit the person's goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 16 years of experience working in settings such as inpatient and outpatient counseling, hospitals, hospice, jails, and alternative education.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker-Supervisor (LISW) practicing from Ohio.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted.
What session formats are used?
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.