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Terry Jensen, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Terry. View 28 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New Jersey

Recent reviews

Terry is an amazing and proactive therapist who challenges you on your thoughts, anxieties, and the reasons behind to why you do the things you do. She is incredibly helpful and relatable with her own personal experiences

May 2024

Terry has been the most authentic person I have ever spoken with. I’ve never done therapy before and have not even felt like I am in a clinical situation… instead feel like I’ve got a sounding board with experience to guide and help me reflect on what direction I want my life to go in. I can’t thank Terry enough for her honesty, compassion, and ability to see things for what they are.

Mar 2024

More about Terry

  • 30 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

ABOUT ME

Hello

My name is Terry Jensen. I hold a Masters Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University, am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NJ and practicing for over 30 years. While finishing my degree, I also attended the Institute for Gestalt Therapy and received my certificate. My professional experience includes Foster Care, Healthcare, and children with disabilities. I have been working for BetterHelp for 2 years. I am working with clients whose ages range from 18 to 70+. I work with singles as well as couples with different lifestyles.

My process is to address the past, determine how it affects the present and work towards a positive outcome for the future. My approach is behavioral combined with psychodynamic therapy. We can focus on anxiety, depression, and adjustment to life changes.

As my client, I will treat you as an individual and provide interventions geared toward helping you achieve your goals. I am respectful and compassionate while addressing your needs and goals. Gestalt Therapy allows us to be in the present while addressing the past and modifying the behaviors for an improved future. My goal is to make you feel very comfortable and safe since divulging experiences can be difficult. Everyone willing to be courageous and work towards change needs to be treated with the utmost respect. Change is not easy, but worth the challenge. I would like the chance to work with you towards achieving these challenges.

I look forward to working with you providing support and empowerment as we work towards a positive outcome.

SPECIALITIES

• Parenting Skills

• Anger Management

• Lifestyle Changes and Coping Skills

• Caregiver Issues

• Aging

• Loss and Grief

• Death and Dying

• Dialysis

Also experienced in:

Trauma and abuse Depression, Compassion fatigue Communication, Family Problems, Guilt and Shame, Isolation/Loneliness, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Self-Esteem, Adjustment Disorder

Clinical approaches:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gestalt Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Spirituality, Solution Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 30

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Parenting issues Self esteem LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Anger management Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Adoption and Foster Care Aging and Geriatric Issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Divorce and separation Family of Origin Issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and End of Life Counseling Infidelity Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and Discrimination Sexual Assault and Abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Terry Jensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659466795.

  • LCSW · New Jersey · 44SC00847000 · Expires August 2026

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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Terry Jensen

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

Overall rating:

5.0

28 reviews

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Clients mention: Helpful Amazing Helped Understands Anxiety Comfortable Excellent Great Guidance Insightful

Terry is an amazing and proactive therapist who challenges you on your thoughts, anxieties, and the reasons behind to why you do the things you do. She is incredibly helpful and relatable with her own personal experiences

May 2024

Terry has been the most authentic person I have ever spoken with. I’ve never done therapy before and have not even felt like I am in a clinical situation… instead feel like I’ve got a sounding board with experience to guide and help me reflect on what direction I want my life to go in. I can’t thank Terry enough for her honesty, compassion, and ability to see things for what they are.

Mar 2024

Terry is amazing. She gave me the courage to make some very important changes in my life. She is patient, quick to respond, kind, and just a wonderful human being. I couldn’t have asked for more.

Dec 2023

Terry is the absolute best!

Nov 2023

Terry is fantastic. She listens and understands you. She offers advice and guidance through stories of her own, so you really feel the connection. She is also a really fun, interesting person and helps me see things from different perspectives which I think is so valuable in therapy.

Jun 2023

Very talented.

May 2023

Simple. She’s awesome.

May 2023

Terry has helped me process my previous traumatic experience which has allowed me to cope with stress. I appreciate my time with her.

Mar 2023

Terry is such a great therapist :) she helps me make plans for what we are working on and she always checks in with me on how I am doing. She is very encouraging

Apr 2023

Words can’t describe the relief I’ve felt in finding Terry. She completely understands me, how I function and how to make changes to grow at a pace I agree with. I wish I met her ten years ago. It feels like I’ve known her my whole life. I’ve never been so thankful to connect with someone this quickly.

Jan 2023

SHe has helped me tremendously in gaining a better understanding of what I am experience and why I have the emotions that are causing me to have anxiety and depression.

Jan 2023

Terry is an amazing person to talk to. Her methods and stories are so helpful and you just feel like you’re talking with someone who cares about you, since she really does. It’s so comforting and enjoyable.

Nov 2022

Thanks

Nov 2022

my life has completely changed because of terry. forever grateful.

Nov 2022

She is very nice and understanding

Oct 2022

Terry is amazing! She’s extremely helpful and she’s a real person.

Oct 2022

Excellent

Sep 2022

I feel heard when I’m with her

Sep 2022

Insightful and helpful

M.A.·Aug 2022

I feel very much at ease talking with Terry. She understands my concerns and offers me different ways to deal with my anxiety and suggests different tools to use...

H.Y.·Jul 2022

Terry has a very warm disposition and a calming, centering presence. She shares thoughtful insight into a situation and makes sure to affirm and encourage along the way.

A.V.·Jul 2022

Terry is Very kind. Try’s to relate by her own experiences and suggests ways on how to get through the grieving process. She helped me feel more comfortable talking about my feelings. which is a difficulty of mine. She gives excellent ideas and exercises to do on your own. I truly believe she really has helped me so far. I’m happy I took this step and was matched with Terry.

J.E.·Jun 2022

Great Listener and she provides helpful tools

K.I.·Jun 2022

She listens and gives you very good advice during session to help you understand your problems.

J.A.·Jun 2022

Terry is down to earth and easy to talk to. I felt comfortable from the very start. She shares her experiences with honesty and I am able to understand my situation better after speaking with her. Terry reads my Journal entries quickly and I feel she is there for me even in between our appointments which is very helpful with the trust issues I have had throughout my life.

S.U.·Jun 2022

Terry is truly a wonderful therapist and a magical human being! Anybody would be lucky to have her as their therapist. She is well experienced, insightful and wise. She makes you feel heard. I instantly feel better after talking to her.

B.E.·May 2022

Couldn't asked for a better therapist.

J.A.·Mar 2022

Terry is a quick study who immediately picks up on the true nature of a problem and offers memorable advice. She is a solid pro. I consider myself very fortunate to be able to share nearly an hour with her as she offers expert guidance on complicated issues with seemingly complete familiarity of the personalities and situations involved. Simply put, she is an angel.

C.A.·Mar 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Terry Jensen offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Terry Jensen 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 Terry Jensen speak?

Terry Jensen speaks English.

How many years of experience does Terry Jensen have?

Terry Jensen has 30 years of experience.

Where is Terry Jensen licensed to practice?

Terry Jensen is licensed to practice in New Jersey.

Does Terry Jensen accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Terry Jensen 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 Terry Jensen offer?

Terry Jensen offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Terry Jensen?

Terry Jensen 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 Terry Jensen?

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