- Person-focused care
- Practical skills
- Affirming approach
About Jessica
Jessica McConnell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Pennsylvania. She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, relationship challenges, and issues related to identity and trauma. She also addresses eating concerns, anger, bipolar mood management, and general coping with life changes.
Jessica aims to make the first steps feel manageable. She builds a calm space where clients can talk without judgment. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical next steps rather than long lectures.
Her style centers on the person in front of her. She listens first, then uses techniques from client-centered work to reflect what matters most to each individual. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are introduced to help change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns that fuel anxiety or low mood.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy ideas are used when strong emotions and connection issues are part of the concern. That approach helps people notice patterns in how they relate to others and try new ways of communicating. Jessica pairs these approaches so conversations lead to real, manageable change.
People who reach out will find a therapist who leans toward practical support. She helps clients set small, concrete goals and practice skills between sessions. To begin, readers should be prepared to share current struggles and what they hope to change.
How these approaches fit online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client's experience guides the work. Online sessions using this approach often center on listening, reflecting, and helping the client name what matters most.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. In online sessions this can include identifying thinking patterns, setting small goals, and using brief exercises between meetings to practice new habits.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy looks at patterns in close relationships and strong emotions. Online sessions can help people notice how they respond emotionally, try different ways of communicating, and repair connection over time.
Finding the right approach is part of the process, and the therapist will work together with each person to choose what fits best. That decision will be based on current needs, goals, and personal preferences rather than a single method.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals often adapt tools and homework to the online setting so progress can continue between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jessica commonly help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting strain, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, LGBT-related concerns, eating issues, anger, bipolar management, and coping with life changes.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is person-focused and practical. She listens first, reflects what matters, and then introduces tools to help clients try new ways of thinking and relating.
How much experience does she have?
Jessica has seven years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and life concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - practicing in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started if I want to work together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.