Jessica is a great listener that offers outstanding feedback. I’ve had an increase in overall happiness since I started working with her.
Jessica Smeal, LMHP
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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Jessica. View 9 reviews
- Great news, Jessica is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Nebraska
Recent reviews
She is great! She's receptive, realistic, and super helpful
More about Jessica
- 16 years' experience
- Female
- LMHP
I am an LMHP and LADC with 13 years of experience. I have worked in a variety of settings and levels of care ranging from corrections to long-term co-occurring facilities to outpatient. I currently work with adults ages 19+. My clients include those who have mood disorder concerns, personality disorder concerns, drug and alcohol use issues, trauma related issues, and anxiety concerns. I have training in REBT, CBT, DBT (individual and skills group), and EMDR. I believe everyone is different and everyone has individual needs. Therefore I take a focused or eclectic approach with each of my clients to meet those individual needs. My philosophy for therapy and counseling is that it is the client who determines their course and I help them on their way. I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Codependency
Communication problems
Drug and alcohol addiction
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Self-harm
Sexual assault and abuse
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Jessica Smeal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073787651.
- LMHP · Nebraska · 4509 · Expires September 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 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 Smeal
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Jessica is a great listener that offers outstanding feedback. I’ve had an increase in overall happiness since I started working with her.
She is great! She's receptive, realistic, and super helpful
Jessica is very supportive in a calm and rational way without being too hard on me or too sympathetic. She is really helpful at providing concrete skills to work towards my goals and deal with my emotions and struggles . I’ve been to more than a handful of therapists throughout my 20 plus years of dealing with bipolar depression II and anxiety. I started doing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with her and find it to be very helpful and a really constructive approach to addressing my mental health struggles and life struggles in general with relationship problems, familial dysfunction dynamics, work stress, and my struggles with body image and weight management/trying to be healthier. I highly recommend Jessica for DBT. She is also very responsive on this app with checking in and is thorough and thoughtful in her approach.
Jessica is an amazing therapist and she has been so helpful in my journey. She offers you honest feedback but is a great listener and works from her heart. She made me feel super comfortable when we first started our sessions and continues to make me feel seen and accepted ! Thankful for ya Jess !!
Jessica is very easy to open up to early on in treatment. In the past I have struggled with feeling connected to my therapist. Often lacking a sense of commonality. Jessica is also caring and compassionate when I show emotions.
She's been amazing and has helped me through so much this past couple months. Definitely a therapist that gets me!
Jessica is comfortable to talk with; our video sessions have gone well. She gives me useful tools to help me with my issues. I feel she listens intently and can pick out the right questions to ask. She helps me to see things from a different perspective. I feel better and ready to handle my issues in a more positive manner, since starting therapy with Jessica. In my opinion, Jessica Smeal is a is a very competent therapist.
Amazing
She is really helping me w my self esteem and anxiety. I would recommend her to anyone
Frequently asked questions
Does Jessica Smeal offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Jessica Smeal 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 Smeal speak?
Jessica Smeal speaks English.
How many years of experience does Jessica Smeal have?
Jessica Smeal has 16 years of experience.
Where is Jessica Smeal licensed to practice?
Jessica Smeal is licensed to practice in Nebraska.
Does Jessica Smeal accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Jessica Smeal 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 Smeal offer?
Jessica Smeal offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Jessica Smeal?
Jessica Smeal 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 Smeal?
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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.