Dr. Jean Balestrery, LICSW, LCSW

About me

As a licensed therapist in Minnesota, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, personal growth, and emotional well-being. My approach centers on creating a compassionate, affirming space for clients from diverse backgrounds, with a particular focus on LGBTQ+ experiences, young adult challenges, and workplace dynamics.

I bring extensive expertise in addressing stress, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, and life purpose exploration. My therapeutic practice honors individual experiences, especially for those dealing with isolation, interpersonal communication challenges, and multicultural identity issues.

My work is deeply rooted in understanding the nuanced experiences of individuals facing workplace stress, chronic health challenges, and personal transformation. I'm committed to supporting clients through complex emotional landscapes, helping them develop resilient coping strategies and meaningful personal insights.

I approach therapy as a collaborative journey, valuing each client's unique story and strengths. My goal is to provide supportive, non-judgmental guidance that empowers personal growth and emotional healing.

Professional experience

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Communication problems, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Sexuality, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

License information

MN LICSW 17225

AK LCSW CSWS519

TX LCSW 31801

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