Licensed clinical social worker recordNorth Carolina
Jessica Bates, LCSW, LMSW
North Carolina
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Anxiety
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- Credentials
- LCSW, LMSW
- Licensed in North Carolina
- LCSW, licence C014909
- Licensed in Iowa
- LISW, licence 114995
- Licensed in North Dakota
- LCSW, licence 6649
- Licensed in Utah
- LCSW, licence 13741823-3501
- Licensed in Michigan
- LMSW, licence 6801117545
- NPI
- 1437671872
- Experience
- 5 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- North Carolina
These details come from information Jessica 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
- Grief and loss
- Self esteem work
- Caregiver stress
About Jessica
Jessica Bates is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Dakota and a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with five years of clinical experience. She practices in North Carolina and helps people address stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes.
She focuses on clear, practical conversations. Sessions cover what feels most urgent - panic or ongoing worry, a recent loss, trouble feeling motivated, or hitting a life transition. Jessica uses everyday language and straightforward techniques to help people manage symptoms and make small, doable changes.
Her work often includes helping caregivers handle chronic stress, people feeling isolated, and those dealing with money worries or unclear life purpose. She also supports concerns around pregnancy and childbirth, social anxiety, communication difficulties, and women's issues. She frames these topics in terms of concrete problems and steps forward rather than abstract labels.
Jessica draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques in sessions. She helps clients identify patterns, practice coping skills, and set short-term goals. Conversations tend to be collaborative and focused on practical next steps that fit into daily life.
Sessions are carried out in English. Jessica asks new clients to complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment to get started. Costs vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Jessica uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients manage symptoms and make practical changes. Cognitive-behavioral approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments, which can reduce anxiety and low mood. Skill-based strategies teach concrete coping tools such as breathing methods, grounding exercises, and structured problem-solving to manage panic, stress, and day-to-day overwhelm.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jessica will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques match their goals and preferences. That collaborative process may start with trying a skill in session and adjusting based on what helps most over the following weeks.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It can also let someone participate from wherever they are located within the therapist's permitted service area. Discuss scheduling and format preferences during the initial matching questionnaire and first appointment to find a workable plan.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
North Carolina, Iowa, North Dakota, Utah, Michigan
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include caregiver stress, communication problems, isolation, money worries, and women's issues.
What is her therapeutic approach like?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical conversations. Sessions emphasize concrete coping skills and setting short-term goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience in clinical social work.
What credentials and licensure does she hold?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). The profile lists licensure details as ND LCSW and MI LMSW and her practice is in North Carolina.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Costs vary with location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on the client's location.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers