About Jennifer
Jennifer Lawrence is a licensed professional counselor who aims to help people facing stress, anxiety, grief, and life changes. She writes plainly and listens closely so clients can name what matters most and decide the next steps. Jennifer works with adults and youth in individual sessions and focuses on practical support that fits each person’s life.
She grew up in rural Virginia and learned early to step in and help.
Background and approach
That background shaped her interest in counseling and led to roles in schools and a residential treatment setting. Those experiences gave her a range of ways to meet people where they are. Jennifer uses a person-centered attitude at the core of her work.
That means she follows the client’s goals and brings techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing when useful. She emphasizes clear, small steps clients can try between sessions to build momentum. Her training includes an undergraduate degree in psychology, a Master of Education in higher education administration, and a Master of Science in rehabilitation counseling.
She also holds a certification in rehabilitation counseling that focuses on supporting people with chronic illness and disability. Outside of work she enjoys kettlebell workouts, travel, and time with family and friends. Her approach is straightforward: listen first, clarify goals, and work together on realistic steps toward the change the client wants.
How Jennifer’s Approaches Translate to Online Care
Jennifer uses client-centered work and cognitive behavioral techniques in online sessions. Client-centered work means the therapist follows the person’s lead, listens without judgment, and helps clarify what the client wants to change. This approach supports people who need a steady, validating space to sort through feelings.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and testing new ways of thinking and acting. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and stress because it breaks down problems into manageable steps and practical exercises.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Jennifer will discuss goals and preferences, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan as needed. Clients help decide which techniques feel most helpful during regular check-ins.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls work well for deeper conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit a break at work. Live chat or text messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, quick problem-solving, or when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit meaningful therapy into a busy life.
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What this counselor works with
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Also listed
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Sleeping disorders
Therapeutic approaches
- Experience
- 9 years
- Licensed
- Virginia, District of Columbia
- Languages
- English