Jessica Van Leer is an Arizona State Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She specializes in providing warm and inclusive therapy for all ages. Jessica provides counseling services from an eclectic point of view and often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Theory and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to provide services based on individual needs. She often views issues presented in session from a family/community centered approach and will encourage client’s to use supports in the community and at home to use developed skills to improve their overall wellbeing and will increase communication with natural supports.
Jessica graduated with her Masters in Counseling from Arizona State University and has worked in a variety of settings. She has experience in teaching and has a thorough understanding of the educational system in Arizona. She has been influential in making sure her clients receive appropriate educational services. Jessica has experience working with diverse populations and specializes in clients who struggle with substance use, anxiety, depression, self-harm and suicidal thoughts and ideation. In her spare time, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-harm, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
AZ LPC LPC-18623