Jessica Hankins, LPC
Compassionate counselor for families and individuals
- Stress and anxiety support
- Parenting and family guidance
- Trauma informed care
About Jessica Hankins
Jessica Hankins is a licensed mental health professional with 14 years of experience helping children, youth, and adults build skills and reach their potential. She holds certification as a school psychologist at both the national and state levels and is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC, a credential that indicates professional training and licensure to provide counseling services. Her background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from the State University of New York College at Buffalo and a Master of Arts with an Advanced Certificate in School Psychology from the University of Buffalo.
Jessica specializes in supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, trauma and abuse, family and parenting concerns, relationship difficulties, and coping with life changes. She also works with issues such as eating concerns, bipolar disorder, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and challenges related to attachment, autism spectrum conditions, and communication within families. Her practice blends clinical skill with practical coaching to help clients develop strategies they can use in everyday life.
Her counseling style is warm, interactive, holistic, and supportive, with clients guiding the pace and focus of the work. She draws on person-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to tailor interventions to each person. Jessica often frames work around the idea that 'You can't control what someone may do or say, but you can control HOW you respond,' and aims to equip clients with tools and techniques to respond more effectively to life situations.
Jessica specializes in supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, trauma and abuse, family and parenting concerns, relationship difficulties, and coping with life changes. She also works with issues such as eating concerns, bipolar disorder, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and challenges related to attachment, autism spectrum conditions, and communication within families. Her practice blends clinical skill with practical coaching to help clients develop strategies they can use in everyday life.
Her counseling style is warm, interactive, holistic, and supportive, with clients guiding the pace and focus of the work. She draws on person-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to tailor interventions to each person. Jessica often frames work around the idea that 'You can't control what someone may do or say, but you can control HOW you respond,' and aims to equip clients with tools and techniques to respond more effectively to life situations.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeNarcissismPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jessica Hankins have?
Jessica Hankins has 14 years of experience working in the mental health field with children, youth, and adults.
Is Jessica Hankins a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LPC. License details: GA LPC LPC011153.
In which languages does Jessica Hankins provide therapy?
Jessica provides therapy in English.
Where is Jessica Hankins located?
She is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Jessica Hankins as my therapist?
You can work with Jessica Hankins through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jessica Hankins work with international clients?
Jessica Hankins does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jessica Hankins cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Jessica uses client-centered therapy to create a collaborative environment where the client's experiences and goals guide the work - this approach focuses on empathy, active listening, and supporting people to find their own solutions, and it is helpful for building self-awareness and confidence. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT is practical and skill-oriented, often helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on strengths and quick, goal-directed changes, helping clients develop concrete steps to move forward when coping with life transitions or specific challenges.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Jessica works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques as progress unfolds so the plan stays aligned with the client's priorities.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - which can make scheduling easier and allow work to continue from different locations. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver the same core therapeutic approaches, making it possible to access consistent care while balancing everyday commitments and responsibilities.