Jessica Burke, LCSW

Jessica Burke is a licensed clinical social worker with 12 years of experience helping people manage stress and anxiety. She works with adults facing big life changes such as grief, loss, and divorce. Jessica aims to make beginning therapy less intimidating and provides steady support during difficult transitions.

Her approach blends practical strategies with compassionate listening. She uses methods drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try small, sustainable changes. She also draws on attachment‑based ideas to look at how relationships affect mood and coping.

Sessions focus on clear goals and doable steps. Jessica helps people reduce panic symptoms, address guilt and shame, and build self‑compassion and self‑love. She also supports those dealing with compassion fatigue and the emotional strain of life shifts.

Jessica describes her work as collaborative. She invites clients to set priorities and to track progress week to week. When needed, she uses motivational interviewing to strengthen commitment to change and Emotionally‑Focused Therapy ideas to deepen emotional awareness.

Her practice is grounded in direct conversation and practical tools. People who want straightforward techniques, steady encouragement, and an emphasis on everyday functioning often find her style helpful. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to availability.

How Jessica’s Approaches Shape Online Work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It teaches values‑based actions so daily choices match what matters most, which can be useful for stress and anxiety. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and practicing different behaviors to change mood and reactions; it is often used for panic symptoms and low mood. Attachment‑based therapy looks at how early and current relationship patterns influence stress responses and self‑worth, and it can help with shame and self‑esteem.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Jessica approaches this collaboratively, asking about your goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together you’ll try strategies and adjust the plan based on what feels most useful for daily life and long‑term change.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow quick check‑ins when needed. It also lets most people use tools like worksheets and in‑session exercises that translate well to remote work. The therapist will help shape a plan that fits your routine and goals.