Jennifer Lawrence, LPC

Jennifer Lawrence is a licensed professional counselor who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, relationship strain, and life transitions. She writes in a direct, encouraging way and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Her approach centers on the client's goals and values. Jennifer grew up in rural Virginia and often heard that she was a natural helper. She has nine years of experience and has worked in schools and a residential treatment facility. That background gives her familiarity with academic, career, and mental health concerns across different stages of life. Her style blends Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Sessions typically focus on setting clear goals, identifying what motivates change, and practicing skills to manage thoughts and behaviors. She also draws on trauma-informed ideas when past hurt affects present functioning. Jennifer holds a Bachelor’s 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, which emphasizes working with chronic illnesses and disabilities. Outside of work she enjoys kettlebell workouts, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. She offers therapy remotely and aims to create a supportive, goal-focused space so people can make steady progress toward what matters to them.

How Jennifer Uses Therapeutic Approaches Online

Jennifer often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. CBT sessions focus on simple exercises and real-world practice to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, or tackle low mood. Client-Centered Therapy is also a core part of her style and means she follows the person's priorities and offers supportive, nonjudgmental listening to help them name goals. She combines these approaches with Motivational Interviewing when someone feels stuck about change. That method helps people name their own reasons for change and build motivation in small steps. Together these approaches make sessions collaborative and practical, focused on clear goals and doable next steps. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jennifer will talk with each person about their needs, values, and preferences and together decide which methods to try. That joint planning helps tailor sessions so they match the person’s lifestyle and goals. Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and skill practice. Phone sessions can be a quicker check-in when bandwidth is low. Live chat and messaging work well for shorter updates, written reflections, or people who prefer typing. These options allow flexible scheduling and make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life.