- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Family and self esteem
About Jennifer
Jennifer Polanco is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia with seven years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, family difficulties, low self-esteem, and depression. Jennifer also addresses specific concerns like caregiver stress, cancer-related challenges, commitment and communication problems, and feelings of emptiness.
Her way of working centers on listening and building on each person's strengths. She treats clients as the experts on their own stories and helps them name practical goals. Sessions focus on clear steps people can take to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.
Jennifer uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a collaborative atmosphere where clients guide the topics and pace. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. Together these approaches aim to reduce anxiety, lift mood, and improve relationships.
Her practice often involves talking through family of origin issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and navigating sexuality and self-love. She supports people working through isolation, life purpose questions, and transitions such as midlife reassessment or shifting roles after caregiving.
People who choose her typically want straightforward conversation and practical strategies. She invites clients to try small experiments between sessions and to reflect on what works for them. To begin, follow the site prompts to complete the brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How her approaches work for remote sessions
Jennifer uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in ways that suit online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead, helping people talk through family issues, identity questions, or relationship concerns. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to reduce anxiety and lift mood.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jennifer will discuss your goals and preferences, then try methods that fit what you want to change. She encourages feedback and adjustments so the work stays focused and useful.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and avoiding travel time. The site uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and the next step is to complete the matching questionnaire to confirm which session options are available. Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know how appointments are scheduled and what will fit into your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, family problems, low self-esteem, and depression. Additional areas include caregiver stress, cancer-related issues, commitment and communication problems.
How would she approach my anxiety or low mood?
She blends Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). That means listening closely to your concerns, then trying practical steps to shift thoughts and behaviors.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional work experience. That time has included helping people with relationship and family concerns alongside mood and stress issues.
Is she a licensed clinician and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Virginia. Her listed location is Virginia.
Do sessions take place in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted. Please confirm your location before proceeding with the matching questionnaire.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the site's subscription details for your state.
What do I do to start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the site.
Online talk therapy through BetterHelp is for adults aged 18 and over and is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.