Terry Jensen, LCSW
Licensed LCSW for adults and couples
- 30 years experience
- Masters in Social Work
- Adults and couples
About Terry Jensen
Terry Jensen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New Jersey with more than 30 years of professional experience. She earned a Masters Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University and completed a certificate program at the Institute for Gestalt Therapy. Her career has spanned foster care, healthcare settings, and work with children who have disabilities, and she has been providing online therapy for two years. Terry works with adults aged roughly 18 to 70 and beyond, seeing both individuals and couples from a variety of backgrounds.
Terry blends behavioral methods with psychodynamic perspectives to explore how past experiences shape present patterns and to identify practical steps toward healthier functioning. Her approach draws on Gestalt principles to remain grounded in the present while addressing unresolved issues from earlier in life. She commonly focuses on anxiety, depression, coping with life changes, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, grief, trauma and abuse, and issues related to self-esteem and intimacy.
As a therapist, Terry emphasizes individualized care, meeting each client where they are and tailoring interventions to specific goals. She aims to create a respectful, compassionate environment in which clients can feel comfortable taking on the difficult work of change. Terry is committed to supporting clients through empowerment and practical strategies that promote positive outcomes over time.
Terry blends behavioral methods with psychodynamic perspectives to explore how past experiences shape present patterns and to identify practical steps toward healthier functioning. Her approach draws on Gestalt principles to remain grounded in the present while addressing unresolved issues from earlier in life. She commonly focuses on anxiety, depression, coping with life changes, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, grief, trauma and abuse, and issues related to self-esteem and intimacy.
As a therapist, Terry emphasizes individualized care, meeting each client where they are and tailoring interventions to specific goals. She aims to create a respectful, compassionate environment in which clients can feel comfortable taking on the difficult work of change. Terry is committed to supporting clients through empowerment and practical strategies that promote positive outcomes over time.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Terry Jensen have?
Terry Jensen has 30 years of experience.
Is Terry Jensen a licensed therapist?
Yes. Terry Jensen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: NJ LCSW 44SC00847000.
In which languages does Terry Jensen provide therapy?
Terry Jensen provides therapy in English.
Where is Terry Jensen located?
Terry Jensen is located in New Jersey.
How can I work with Terry Jensen as my therapist?
You can work with Terry Jensen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Terry Jensen work with international clients?
Terry Jensen does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Terry Jensen 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 with therapy 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
Terry Jensen uses several evidence-based approaches to tailor work to each client's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used to address anxiety, depression, and practical coping skills for life transitions. Psychodynamic therapy explores patterns that began earlier in life and how they influence current relationships, self-esteem, and long-term emotional patterns, helping clients gain insight into repeated difficulties. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and stress-management techniques that can reduce rumination and improve emotional regulation, which may be helpful for stress, grief, and compassion fatigue.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Terry collaborates with each client to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting strategies over time as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps clients feel involved and supported in shaping their care.
Online therapy with Terry is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit busy schedules and different comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals without extensive travel and allow continuity of care through life changes and varied routines.