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Jennifer Wiss

Jennifer Wiss, LCSW, LICSW

Washington

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Family and Stress

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Credentials
LCSW, LICSW
Licensed in Washington
LICSW, licence LW60896944
Licensed in Oregon
LCSW, licence L13054
Licensed in Utah
LCSW, licence 12904132-3501
NPI
1366054660
Experience
9 years
Languages
English
Location
Washington

These details come from information Jennifer supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.

AAbout

  • CBT methods
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Parenting support

About Jennifer

Jennifer Wiss is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Washington with nine years of practice. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, substance concerns, trauma and intimacy-related issues. She also supports career and workplace problems and people coping with life changes and compassion fatigue.

Jennifer keeps sessions practical and interactive. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy among other methods. Conversations focus on clear goals and small, realistic steps to change everyday habits and reactions.

Her background includes work in community settings, schools, and in-home supports across Washington, Oregon, and Utah. She has experience with child welfare system involvement and supervising clinicians who are pursuing licensure. That work informs how she helps people sort through family conflict, blended family issues, and parenting concerns.

In a session she treats the person as the expert in their life while offering guidance on skills and decisions. Typical work includes identifying patterns, practicing new ways of responding, and setting manageable goals that fit day-to-day responsibilities. She aims for progress that people can notice between sessions.

Jennifer encourages straightforward collaboration about what is and is not working. If someone is unsure whether she is the right fit, she describes finding the right therapist as a process and offers an initial working relationship that clarifies goals and next steps.

BHow sessions work

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions

Jennifer commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in her clinical work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real situations to change behavior and mood. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice inner experiences, clarify values, and take practical steps toward those values even when emotions are difficult.

She also incorporates elements of mindfulness to help people stay present and reduce reactivity. These approaches are practical and suited to issues like anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and coping with life changes. Early sessions typically involve clarifying what matters to the client and setting small, measurable goals to work toward between meetings.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and daily life demands, then suggest strategies to try. Adjustments are made as work progresses so methods better match what the client needs.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. When arranging online work, people often appreciate the practical benefits: easier scheduling around work and family, shorter check-ins when needed, and fewer commutes for appointments. These practical conveniences can make it simpler to keep regular sessions while managing everyday responsibilities.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Listed in

Washington, Oregon, Utah

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, parenting, addictions, trauma and related concerns as listed in her profile.

How would you describe her approach in sessions?

Sessions are interactive and goal-focused. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other pragmatic strategies.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has nine years of professional experience practicing across Washington, Oregon, and Utah.

What are her professional credentials and location?

She is listed as LCSW and LICSW and practices in Washington.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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