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Jessica Hanson, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Grief Depression
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

Hello and welcome! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe in a strength based approach to personal healing and growth. As a therapist, I respect the opportunity to work with individuals and families struggling with grief and loss by providing a safe place to share, learn and heal.

I foster empathy and acceptance as patients and families address life changing diagnoses and care needs. With over ten years of experience providing support to individuals and caregivers struggling with dementia and mood related issues, I utilize an integrated approach including, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Psychotherapy. I seek to empower individuals and families with the knowledge and tools they need to promote dignity and wellness.

Finally, my background in grief and loss counseling has also prepared me to address the unrecognized and often untreated issues associated with pet loss, specifically the complicated and overwhelming emotions associated with chronic and terminal care of a pet, related end of life issues, and the emotionally challenging process of pet surrender.

Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. Your insight and willingness to seek support is the first step toward healing and growth. I wish you the best on your journey!

Professional experience

10yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Grief Depression

Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

CA LCSW 121562

WI LCSW 6980-123

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Jessica Hanson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Jessica is very helpful, more so than of my past therapists. She takes the time to listen. She makes helpful suggestions. She incorporates my spiritual beliefs into those suggestions.

Written on Apr 10, 2024 after therapy with Jessica for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and self esteem

Absolutely the best therapist I've had over my many years of therapy! Wonderfully understanding, skilled in many kinds of therapy and knowledgeable about many tactics. Tailors each visit for my needs and finds analogies and ways of understanding that fit me personally! No cookie cutter responses, truly understanding and personalized care.

Written on Apr 07, 2024 after therapy with Jessica for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She's always finding new ways that work for me to solve my anxiety, insecurities, relationship etc. I truly trust and appreciate her help.

Written on Dec 20, 2023 after therapy with Jessica for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Jessica has become a vital part of my journey to better mental health. She is an amazing listener and has the ability to dig deep into my issues and find the core of where I need to apply my energy. She has provided life changing resources and tools for coping and has helped me learn how to set boundaries and expectations. This therapy has been life changing and I highly recommend Jessica!

Written on Oct 17, 2023 after therapy with Jessica for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes

Jessica is an amazing therapist. She listens to my concerns and lets us focus on what im feeling is most important at that moment. She’s always respectful in the way she communicates her thoughts and responds to me way faster and more frequently than I initially expected when I signed up for better help. I would absolutely recommend Jessica and better help to friends and family.

Written on Jul 26, 2023 after therapy with Jessica for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, and bipolar disorder

I am new to therapy and was uncomfortable with the idea but decided to just jump in. Jessica has made it a delightful experience and has been incredibly helpful. She’s also made me feel comfortable to be open and she tries to personally get to know me rather than solely doing her job. I truly feel like I’m listed to and supported.

Written on Jan 22, 2023 after therapy with Jessica for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes