I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker located in Georgia. I have dual Master's degrees in Social Work and Criminology from Florida State University. I moved to Atlanta three years ago and enjoy looking for new places to eat (especially for dessert).
I have been a therapist for 10 years and my counseling style is providing a non-judgmental and conversational atmosphere with an open and honest dialogue. I use a combination of Narrative, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, or Trauma-Focused therapy strategies, depending on which fits the client's needs. I also like to use humor, Art Therapy, or Mindfulness incorporated activities. I have provided counseling to clients experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm, LGBTQIA+ challenges, relationship issues, or were involved in the criminal justice system.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Immigration Issues, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
GA LCSW CSW008634
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Jaqui is absolutely wonderful. Her kindness and warmth create a comforting atmosphere where I feel completely supported. She's not only caring but also incredibly helpful, providing insightful guidance that has significantly improved my well-being. I can't recommend her enough to anyone in need of compassionate therapy.
Written on Mar 18, 2024 after therapy with Jaqueline "Jaqui" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Ms. Jaqui is very patient and listens to everything I say, she makes me feel very comfortable. I thought it would be difficult for myself to open up. Ms. Jaqui keeps everything very professional which is very important, but also feels like you’re just speaking to a friend and catching up after a while. I would 100% recommend to the better help app.
Written on Feb 27, 2024 after therapy with Jaqueline "Jaqui" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Jaqui is very professional and is very nice. I feel like I talk too much but she’s been a really great therapist to talk to. I would like to keep working on my struggles with her. I feel comfortable talking to her and that’s a huge thing for me.
Written on Feb 19, 2024 after therapy with Jaqueline "Jaqui" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life