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Jessica Haywood

Jessica Haywood, LCSW

Therapist in California

Compassionate social worker helping rebuild confidence

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16 years of experience listed

LCSW professional credentials

English languages

  • Strengths focused
  • Mindfulness informed
  • Goal oriented

About Jessica

Jessica Haywood is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in California. She has 16 years of clinical experience and helps people dealing with grief, self esteem struggles, career setbacks, depression, and life transitions. Jessica values a collaborative approach and treats each person as the expert in their own story.

She earned a Master of Social Work from The Florida State University College of Social Work in 2000 and holds the LCSW credential. Jessica has supported people through adjustment to illness and phases of life, and she draws on a variety of practical methods to address daily challenges.

In sessions she focuses on building strengths, growing self-compassion, and improving coping skills. Conversations typically center on identifying small steps that fit into everyday life. She encourages clear goals and regular check-ins to measure progress.

Her work often includes addressing abandonment wounds, chronic pain or illness, communication problems, guilt and shame, and feelings of isolation. Jessica also helps clients clarify life purpose, strengthen self-love, and manage workplace or social anxiety concerns.

Her style blends cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused planning. She aims to create a steady, straightforward space where people can try new ways of thinking and responding. The initial meeting is preferred by video or phone, and she offers flexible appointment times.

How Jessica’s Approaches Work Online

Jessica uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice unhelpful thinking patterns and try different reactions. CBT focuses on concrete changes in thoughts and behaviors and is often useful for depression, anxiety, and self esteem work.

She also draws on mindfulness therapy to help people slow down and notice thoughts and bodily sensations without judgement. Mindfulness can make it easier to ride out difficult emotions and reduce reactivity in stressful moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Jessica will collaborate with each person to pick strategies that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Plans are adjusted over time based on what is helpful in real life.

The biography indicates the initial session is preferred by video or audio, and she offers flexible appointment times. If you need different session options, confirm current formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so therapy is simpler to keep up with.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

16+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?

She helps people facing grief, low self esteem, career difficulties, depression, and major life changes. Additional areas include chronic illness adjustment, communication problems, and workplace issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her approach is collaborative and practical, using direct conversations to set goals and try small changes. Sessions focus on skills, perspective shifts, and measurable steps forward.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 16 years of experience as a practicing clinician in behavioral health settings.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in California. Her training includes a Master of Social Work from The Florida State University.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States schedule sessions?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are costs handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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