Jennifer Nelson, LCSW

Jennifer Nelson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 18 years of professional experience supporting people facing depression, anxiety, family conflict, low motivation, and struggles with self-esteem and confidence. She approaches each person with respect for their expertise in their own life and looks for strengths that can be used to address current challenges. Jennifer frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people notice and change unhelpful thought patterns and reactions, and Solution-Focused Therapy, which concentrates on practical steps and strengths to move forward. She also offers trauma-focused methods when clients want targeted work to process and recover from traumatic experiences.

Her style is collaborative and encouraging; she works alongside clients to identify goals, experiment with new coping strategies, and celebrate progress. Jennifer helps clients recognize how thoughts influence feelings and behavior so they can develop more adaptive responses to everyday situations. She frames change as a process that builds on existing skills rather than starting from scratch.

Beginning therapy can take courage, and Jennifer aims to provide steady support and motivation throughout the process. She is committed to helping clients clarify goals, reduce distress, and develop practical tools for lasting improvement, while honoring each person's pace and priorities.