- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About Jessica
Jessica Charbonneau is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 24 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Jessica also addresses guilt and shame among other concerns that affect day-to-day functioning.
Jessica believes people know their own stories and brings that perspective into sessions. She encourages clients to notice strengths they already have, then apply them to current challenges. Conversations are direct and practical, focusing on what the person wants to change and the small steps that make a difference.
Her approach draws on methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness. These are used to help people name difficult feelings, test unhelpful thoughts, and try new behaviors. Sessions often balance focused skill work with time to process emotions.
Jessica has worked across a range of settings over two decades, which informs how she supports people managing life transitions, caregiver stress, workplace problems, and end-of-life concerns. She also brings experience with first responder issues, eating and food-related struggles, mood and personality disorders, and intellectual disability-related challenges.
Her style is straightforward and goal-oriented. People who come to her can expect a mix of talking, practical exercises, and mindful practices aimed at easing the burden of guilt, shame, and everyday stress.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting pulled into them, then choosing actions that matter to you. It can help when guilt or shame make it hard to act in line with your values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to test and change unhelpful thinking patterns that keep people stuck.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She will work with each person to see which methods fit their goals and preferences, and adjust the work as needs change. The plan can include skill practice, thought records, or emotion-focused conversations depending on what the person prefers.
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online sessions are often easier to schedule around work, caregiving, or medical appointments and can allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find remote sessions help them keep therapy part of a busy life without adding travel time.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Guilt and shame are listed among her focus areas.
How would she approach feelings of shame or guilt?
She uses methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help name feelings, test unhelpful thoughts, and practice new responses. Sessions mix discussion with practical exercises.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional experience working with adults in clinical settings. That background includes work with caregiver stress, first responder issues, and end-of-life counseling.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York. Her practice is based in New York state.
Does she work with people who live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Confirm session options that suit your time zone when you book.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to know what formats are offered.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Check the subscription details for pricing that applies to your region.
What do I need to do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process connects you to the initial appointment steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.