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Jessica Gerstein, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Jessica is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Jessica. View 16 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New Jersey, Georgia, and 2 more

Recent reviews

I love Jessica. She has helped me so much

Reviewed July 2024

Jessica has proven to be just the real-talk and empathetic person I needed to help me. I feel very lucky to be matched with her.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Jessica

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC, LPC-MHSP, LMHC

I often say, "Therapists are not a one size fits all," and that it can be difficult to find a therapist that suits your needs, let alone choose the right therapist by reading a description of them.

If you're like me and enjoy the facts, here are mine: I graduated from Monmouth University with a Masters of Science in Mental and Clinical Health Counseling. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in three states as well as, a Licensed Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) in the state of New Jersey. I also am a National Certified Counselor (NCC), HIV Certified Counselor, and Disaster Response Crisis Counselor (DRCC). I have about ten years of experience working in various levels of care with mental health, substance abuse, and dual diagnosis clients.

During sessions I utilize primarily cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy however, I believe that each client is unique and tailor my approach to be client centered. I am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and enjoy utilizing EMDR skills in session. I focus on finding solutions, building strengths, and improving negative thought patterns. The therapeutic process can be overwhelming, but I pride myself on working side by side with my clients every step of the way and being an extremely strong advocate for each client.

My passion for helping humans developed at an early age and only continued to grow as I observed people around me struggle with various issues in life. Over my years in the mental health and substance abuse industry, I have noticed a pattern. It has occurred to me that the stressors of every day life have become unmanageable for human beings and people have forgotten that, “We repeat what we do not repair.” In a world that is constantly changing, lets work together to make changes to improve yourself and your life.

Everyone has a story. What’s yours?

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Bipolar disorder Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Abandonment Codependency Communication problems Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Family of origin issues Family problems Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Jessica Gerstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063985893.

  • LPC · New Jersey · 37PC00701700 · Expires November 2024
  • LPC · Georgia · LPC012729 · Expires September 2026
  • LPC-MHSP · Tennessee · 6377 · Expires May 2025
  • LMHC · Florida · MH23335 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Jessica Gerstein

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

16 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helped Helpful Listens Attentive Easy Support Understands Amazing Comfortable

I love Jessica. She has helped me so much

Reviewed July 2024

Jessica has proven to be just the real-talk and empathetic person I needed to help me. I feel very lucky to be matched with her.

Reviewed May 2024

Jessica is fantastic and profoundly helpful. Its easy to see that she is passionate about her work. She helped me see things from different perspectives. Her advice is not only effective but practical.

Reviewed September 2023

she’s phenomenal

Reviewed September 2023

Jessica has an incredibly warm spirit! She's very down to earth, easy to talk to, and very genuine! She understands my thoughts & feelings, and provides thought provoking questions for me to think about/journal throughout the week. She is a great therapist who I am incredibly comfortable trusting for guidance & growth! I love her! ❤️

Reviewed August 2023

I have been working with Jessica for about a month and a half now. She is great! She listens to me and gives me great feedback!

Reviewed August 2023

Jessica has helped me find strength in my abilities to get through situations. I thank you for helping me get through my past hurdles and focus my time and energy on the present and future goals. She helped me keep on moving when I felt like my life was stagnant!

Reviewed November 2020

Finding Jessica to be exceptionally respectful/responsive to my needs from the onset of our work together. I have full confidence/faith in knowing that Jessica will provide the support I've been unable to find in the past.

Reviewed July 2020

Jessica is amazing. She is very attentive to each thing I mention during our chats and sessions. She is available and responds quickly. We talk about 5 days a week. And she just really tries to understand the core of what I am telling her. We work through things together and she gives me plenty of exercises to do so. I attribute these things, in addition to my efforts, to the significant amount of progress I have made in the past 5-6 months with Jessica!

Reviewed June 2020

I have been in some form of therapy for over 20 years. Over the course of that time I’ve seen more therapists than Charlie Sheen has had 1st dates. Jessica listens, digests what’s heard, understands and then responds. Her responses and approach to therapy is nothing like I’ve ever experienced. Her therapeutic structure is based on my past, current situation, future goals...and most importantly my personality. It is in BetterHelp’s best interest to do whatever needs to be done to ensure she maintains her role as a therapist under your platform. If that becomes the case you’re not only going to be a 1 therapist short, but you will lose a true benefit which BetterHelp currently offers.

Reviewed May 2020

Jessica is great.

Reviewed April 2020

Jessica helped me stay focused while I felt my world was falling apart around me. She has a great approach that I really appreciated. It felt like she met me where I was and maneuvered me to see what I needed to address.

Reviewed March 2020

Jessica has great insight into making positive changes, and my life has improved substantially. Would recommend.

Reviewed February 2020

Jessica is very attentive and personable during our sessions. I was nervous with doing therapy over the phone but it has been really helpful.

Reviewed February 2020

Jessica is one of the better counselors I've had in a long time. She really listens to all of my concerns, doesn't brush anything over and offers great insight. I feel like I can relate and open up to her very well. Jessica has taken her time to get to know me and my background before delving into more specific issues, which I value tremendously as I feel it has benefited our sessions significantly. I'm super thankful to have her as my counselor!

Reviewed February 2020

Conversations with her have been extremely helpful at a time when I badly needed to support myself.

Reviewed January 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Jessica Gerstein offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Jessica Gerstein works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Jessica Gerstein speak?

Jessica Gerstein speaks English.

How many years of experience does Jessica Gerstein have?

Jessica Gerstein has 10 years of experience.

Where is Jessica Gerstein licensed to practice?

Jessica Gerstein is licensed to practice in New Jersey, Georgia, Tennessee, and Florida.

Does Jessica Gerstein accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Jessica Gerstein does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Jessica Gerstein offer?

Jessica Gerstein offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Jessica Gerstein?

Jessica Gerstein can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Jessica Gerstein?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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