About me

I often say, "Therapists are not a one size fits all," and that it can be difficult to find a therapist that suits your needs, let alone choose the right therapist by reading a description of them.

If you're like me and enjoy the facts, here are mine: I graduated from Monmouth University with a Masters of Science in Mental and Clinical Health Counseling. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in three state as well as, a Licensed Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) in the state of New Jersey. I also am a National Certified Counselor (NCC), HIV Certified Counselor, and Disaster Response Crisis Counselor (DRCC). I have about ten years of experience working in various levels of care with mental health, substance abuse, and dual diagnosis clients.

Of my ten years of experience practicing counseling in the field, for three years I worked with children ranging from age five through nineteen completing crisis counseling in the emergency room. From my work with children and teens in crisis, I have realized the value of making therapy for this age group a collaborative approach with not only the family, but also, school systems and various other providers that may be involved with the child/teen already. I have experience facilitating individual and family therapy sessions as I have noticed the importance of supporting the entire family while still focusing on the needs of the client.

During sessions I utilize primarily cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy however, I believe that each client is unique and tailor my approach to be client centered. I am also certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and enjoy these skills in session. I focus on finding solutions, building strengths, and improving negative thought patterns. The therapeutic process can be overwhelming, but I pride myself on working side by side with my clients and their families every step of the way.

My passion for helping humans developed at an early age and only continued to grow as I observed people around me struggle with various issues in life. Over my years in the mental health and substance abuse industry, I have noticed a pattern. It has occurred to me that the stressors of every day life have become unmanageable for human beings and people have forgotten that, “We repeat what we do not repair.” In a world that is constantly changing, lets work together to make changes to improve yourself and your life.
Everyone has a story. What’s yours?

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Addictions
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Coping with life changes , Abandonment , Codependency , Communication problems , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 10

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

TN LPC-MHSP 6377

FL LMHC MH23335

NJ LPC 37PC00701700

GA LPC LPC012729

Reviews

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

Written on Sep 19, 2023 after therapy with Jessica for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety

Jessica is fantastic and profoundly helpful. Its easy to see that she is passionate about her work. She helped me see things from different perspectives. Her advice is not only effective but practical.

Written on Sep 14, 2023 after therapy with Jessica for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd

she’s phenomenal

Written on Sep 08, 2023 after therapy with Jessica for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Fair, patient, honest, impartial. Best therapist I've had.

Written on Aug 27, 2023 after therapy with Jessica for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Jessica has an incredibly warm spirit! She's very down to earth, easy to talk to, and very genuine! She understands my thoughts & feelings, and provides thought provoking questions for me to think about/journal throughout the week. She is a great therapist who I am incredibly comfortable trusting for guidance & growth! I love her! ❤️

Written on Aug 15, 2023 after therapy with Jessica for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues

I have been working with Jessica for about a month and a half now. She is great! She listens to me and gives me great feedback!

Written on Nov 04, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 6 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and self esteem

Jessica has helped me find strength in my abilities to get through situations. I thank you for helping me get through my past hurdles and focus my time and energy on the present and future goals. She helped me keep on moving when I felt like my life was stagnant!

Written on Jul 21, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Finding Jessica to be exceptionally respectful/responsive to my needs from the onset of our work together. I have full confidence/faith in knowing that Jessica will provide the support I've been unable to find in the past.

Written on Jun 16, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 5 months on issues concerning relationship

Jessica obviously loves her job. I can tell she finds all aspects of learning about people very interesting. I always feel like she understands what I'm trying to say. She also always remembers details from past sessions. All in all I always feel better after talking with Jessica.

Written on Jun 07, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Jessica is amazing. She is very attentive to each thing I mention during our chats and sessions. She is available and responds quickly. We talk about 5 days a week. And she just really tries to understand the core of what I am telling her. We work through things together and she gives me plenty of exercises to do so. I attribute these things, in addition to my efforts, to the significant amount of progress I have made in the past 5-6 months with Jessica!

Written on May 24, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 3 months on issues concerning bipolar disorder, and adhd

I have been in some form of therapy for over 20 years. Over the course of that time I’ve seen more therapists than Charlie Sheen has had 1st dates.

Jessica listens, digests what’s heard, understands and then responds. Her responses and approach to therapy is nothing like I’ve ever experienced. Her therapeutic structure is based on my past, current situation, future goals...and most importantly my personality.

It is in teencounseling.com’s best interest to do whatever needs to be done to ensure she maintains her role as a therapist under your platform. If that becomes the case you’re not only going to be a 1 therapist short, but you will lose a true benefit which teencounseling.com currently offers.

Written on Apr 28, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 2 weeks

Jessica has been great with my daughter and myself. I am very happy with her expertise and professionalism.

Written on Apr 22, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and grief

Jessica is great.

Written on Mar 23, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Very professional and helpful. Would definitely recommend to anyone.

Written on Mar 12, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes

Jessica helped me stay focused while I felt my world was falling apart around me. She has a great approach that I really appreciated. It felt like she met me where I was and maneuvered me to see what I needed to address.

Written on Feb 26, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 3 weeks

Jessica has great insight into making positive changes, and my life has improved substantially. Would recommend.

Written on Feb 10, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and career difficulties

Jessica is very attentive and personable during our sessions. I was nervous with doing therapy over the phone but it has been really helpful.

Written on Jan 26, 2020 after therapy with Jessica for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Conversations with her have been extremely helpful at a time when I badly needed to support myself.

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