- LGBT issues
- Trauma and abuse
- CBT and DBT
About Jessalyn
Jessalyn Wininger is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with four years of clinical experience. She works with adults on issues such as LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, anxiety, and self-esteem. Jessalyn helps people who are feeling stuck after life changes and those who want more confidence and motivation.
She sees therapy as a collaborative process. Sessions focus on identifying current problems and learning practical skills to manage emotions and behavior. Jessalyn uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and build steadier coping habits.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness approaches also appear in her work. These methods support people who struggle with avoidance, rumination, or chronic stress. Attachment-based ideas guide conversations about relationships, safety, and how early patterns affect current interactions.
Jessalyn lists a wide range of concerns she addresses, including depression, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, grief, intimacy issues, and sleep difficulties. She also names focused topics such as abandonment, control issues, dissociation, and post-traumatic stress. That range lets sessions concentrate on the immediate problem while keeping underlying patterns in view.
Her style is practical and direct. She helps people pick small, achievable steps and checks progress along the way. To begin, prospective clients use the site's matching process to request online therapy options and schedule a first session.
How her ACT, attachment work, and CBT translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice the thoughts and feelings that get in the way of living the life they want. It uses simple exercises to clarify values and take small committed actions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing them with practical behavioral steps to reduce anxiety and depression. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current connections and helps people try new ways of relating.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Jessalyn will discuss what seems most useful for the issues brought to therapy and will adjust methods based on the client's goals and preferences. That collaborative process means trying techniques, reviewing what helps, and shifting course when needed.
Session logistics should be confirmed directly since formats are not specified here. Before booking, check which online session types are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into study, work, or busy schedules. They can allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, reduce time spent traveling, and let people connect from different locations. Licensed professionals use these options to keep therapy practical and accessible while working on the skills and patterns that matter most.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with adults on LGBT matters, trauma and abuse, anger, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep problems, and a range of mood and stress concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, skills-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mixed with mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy methods.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional work experience as a counselor.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Missouri.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking since session formats are not specified here.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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