About Jessica

Jessica Hartmann is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) based in Massachusetts who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, and related concerns. She offers straightforward, practical support and works with each person to find what helps them most.

She earned her Master of Social Work from Simmons School of Social Work in 2017 and obtained LICSW credentials in Massachusetts in 2020. Over eight years she has worked in legal settings, hospitals, primary care, schools, and community agencies.

Background and approach

That mix of clinical roles and real-life experience shapes her approach. Jessica takes a client-centered stance. Sessions begin with understanding what matters to the individual.

She listens, asks clear questions, and helps set goals that feel doable. Therapy can include short-term coping tools or longer work on patterns and relationships. She draws on several therapeutic approaches to match the person's needs.

That can mean using cognitive behavioral tools to shift unhelpful thoughts and habits, attachment-based ideas to understand relationship patterns, or trauma-focused work to address difficult memories. Jessica explains options and checks in often to make sure methods fit the person’s life. Practical strategies are paired with attention to emotions and life story.

She can offer techniques for managing panic, caregiver stress, parenting strain, and compassion fatigue, as well as support for fertility, adoption, chronic illness, postpartum concerns, and women's issues. Sessions are offered in English and take place through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Attachment-based work helps people see how early relationships shape current patterns. It looks at how people connect and respond to others, which can be useful for relationship stress, attachment issues, and family of origin concerns. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and the person's own goals. It creates a space where people can talk through worries, make sense of feelings, and decide what changes to try. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, gives concrete tools for changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, panic, ADHD-related routines, and low mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and daily life. That collaboration means trying tools, checking what helps, and adjusting plans over time.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation and exercises that benefit from visual cues. Phone sessions can fit a busy day or be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins, step-by-step coaching, or when someone prefers writing over talking. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, medical appointments, and other demands.

Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Jessica help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, parenting strain, self-esteem, and compassion fatigue, among other issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is client-centered and straightforward. She listens first, then offers practical strategies and longer-term work depending on goals.
What background does she bring to sessions?
She has eight years of clinical experience and has worked in legal settings, hospitals, primary care, schools, and community agencies.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
She holds LICSW credentials (VT LICSW, MA LICSW) and is based in Massachusetts.
Which languages are supported and are international clients seen?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
How can sessions be conducted?
Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

What this therapist works with

Experience
8 years
Licensed
Massachusetts, Vermont
Languages
English

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