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Jessica Watkins, LCSW

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 32 reviews
Great news, Jessica is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida and Massachusetts

Recent reviews

I've only had a couple sessions with Jessica but so far she has been wonderful and seems like she really cares about helping me get back on track.

Reviewed November 2024

Jessica listens carefully and understands my situation extremely well! She provides honest and helpful comments. I appreciate all of the input and suggestions she provides me.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Jessica

  • 15 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW, LICSW

I am licensed in Florida with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression & coaching. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression ADHD Abandonment Attachment issues Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Control issues Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues

Licenses

Jessica Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780321968.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW20033 · Expires March 2025
  • LICSW · Massachusetts · 127676 · Expires November 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Jessica Watkins

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

32 reviews

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I've only had a couple sessions with Jessica but so far she has been wonderful and seems like she really cares about helping me get back on track.

Reviewed November 2024

Jessica listens carefully and understands my situation extremely well! She provides honest and helpful comments. I appreciate all of the input and suggestions she provides me.

Reviewed November 2024

Jessica has helped me regained confidence in myself and my beliefs and allowed me the time to heal by listening to me and engaging me with questions that allowed me to look deeper into my self and see why I was responding the way I was. She is very trustworthy and has been able to help me just by allowing me to speak of my experience. She understands the social structure and traditions of my family customs and I feel like she understands me and can offer advice on how I can create my changes. I am extremely grateful to her for helping me see I am valuable and with that value I do have the right to exist and be in a healthy environment. No longer thinking of killing myself but see a good relevant future for me.

Reviewed May 2024

She is a great mentor and life coach. She has helped me live a normal life like others from the painful past and traumatic events happened in my life. Am very grateful to her for all the help she has done to recover me from a very hopeless painful life I was leading to a very hopeful promising future.

Reviewed February 2024

Jessica was a wonderful therapist to work with. I felt like she understood my goals and thoughtfully pointed out my blindspots on my journey in therapy with her as my guide. I would highly recommend working with Jessica and would entrust her with guidance again should I ever decide I need to come back to Therapy.

Reviewed January 2024

Jessica is very empathetic and a great listener. She gives good advice without judging my choices.

Reviewed January 2024

I look forward to meeting with Jessica every week. She has space for me, listens carefully and offers practical feedback so that I can keep moving forward in challenges I am facing. I am so grateful!

Reviewed January 2024

Jessica is a brilliant therapist and has helped me, guided me and taught me. I'm so grateful to have her in my world and a part of my life team!

Reviewed December 2023

Jessica is very easy to talk to. She will tell you like it is if necessary, which I really appreciate. Sometimes I need the brutal truth and she is very concerned with helping me get better. I would definitely recommend her to anyone struggling.

Reviewed November 2023

Jessica has supported me as I’ve left behind my previous career as a health care professional and moved into my true passion which is real estate. She’s wonderful

Reviewed September 2023

I hit the jackpot getting Jessica as my therapist. She takes her job seriously and really cares about helping you move forward and grow. She always gives her undivided attention, listens intently, writes things down, remembers what you say, makes insightful connections, and really cares about you. And she’s candid and funny when the moment calls for it - qualities I really appreciate in a therapist. I always feel uplifted and able to take the next step on my path after a conversation with Jessica.

Reviewed September 2023

Listens carefully and prioritises clients needs more than herself. Responds in a kind and professional manner.

Reviewed August 2023

Jessica is a savvy, smart therapist. We connected immediately over shared careers in the past. She is understanding and has impeccable listening skills. I look forward to building a relationship with her!

Reviewed July 2023

Excellent

Reviewed July 2023

Jessica has helped me look at things in a more positive manner. She really listens and is great at addressing the issue that is being spoken about.

Reviewed June 2023

Great support, simply the best!

Reviewed June 2023

The best I could ask for:)

Reviewed May 2023

Jessica is a wonderful therapist and provided me with tools to improve and be better. I would gladly recommend her and better-help any day.

Reviewed March 2023

Jessica is a kind and considerate therapist and really helped me work through a massive life change. Jessica really listened to my concerns and fears and guided me through some really dark times. Thank you Jessica for your help!

Reviewed April 2023

I’ve been seeing Jessica for 3 months now and she’s been super helpful. She’s very experienced and provided insight into some of the difficult circumstances I was facing, which hugely helped reduce my anxiety.

Reviewed January 2023

Jessica is an amazing therapist! She always listens to what I have to say and provides her thoughts on how to improve the situation.

Reviewed January 2023

Jessica is a phenomenal therapist. She quickly understood my concerns and not only listens but always tries to leave me with tools to get through difficult situations. She is kind, compassionate, and honest.

Reviewed December 2022

Caring, decent and open minded therapist.

Reviewed November 2022

Fantastic lady

Reviewed November 2022

I was a hopeless wreck before Jessica entered my life as my therapist. She is exactly what I need and continue to seek in a therapist. I am a mum, wife and a business owner and I was deeply overwhelmed and depressed. She helped me so much! Jessica is compassionate, listens intently and guides me to clarity and offers me different perspectives so I can understand what I'm going through. She never makes me feel bad for feeling the way I do. She encourages me when I'm onto something good and also offers suggestions on how I can make something/task easier/better for me. I feel lighter, happier and more confident after each session with her. I have had therapists before....she is definitely at the top of my list! Thank you for being so incredible Jessica! :)

Reviewed November 2022

Great listener, gives great advice, which reflects her extensive experience! She's helping me make my life much more enjoyable! And what's even better, is that she understands other cultures which makes her so easy to talk too

Reviewed September 2022

Jessica is the best therapist. Hands down.

Reviewed September 2022

Jessica is amazing, she is patient and takes time to understand the context of the person undergoing therapy. She is impartial and focuses on ways to make the individual grow, not just ways to appease the individual. I would recommend Jessica for anyone undergoing relationship challenges.

Reviewed August 2022

I love Jessica! She is my therapist but I feel like she is my best friend ! Having someone that understands what you are going through is already a big help!

Reviewed August 2022

Jessica's expertise, listening skills, and emotional intelligence helped her understand my situation so she could help me see it from a new perspective. She helped reframe it and offered some coaching. Speaking with her has been so helpful. I feel better now and can see the situation in a new light.

Reviewed August 2022

10/10

Reviewed July 2022

She always checks in on me and gives me so much support. She’s honestly the best therapist I’ve seen and Better Help is so lucky to have someone as talented and empathetic as Jessica on their team.

Reviewed July 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Jessica Watkins offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Jessica Watkins 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 Watkins speak?

Jessica Watkins speaks English.

How many years of experience does Jessica Watkins have?

Jessica Watkins has 15 years of experience.

Where is Jessica Watkins licensed to practice?

Jessica Watkins is licensed to practice in Florida and Massachusetts.

Does Jessica Watkins accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Jessica Watkins accepts 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."

How can I communicate with Jessica Watkins?

Jessica Watkins 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 Watkins?

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.