I am a Counseling Psychologist originally from Ohio and now residing in Myrtle Beach, SC. I got my bachelors from the University of Toledo, and I got my masters and doctorate from the University of Akron. Despite being educated in the big cities, I actually am just a "little ole' farm girl from Ohio." I have been practicing in psychological services for over 28 years and specialize in depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, sexual and other traumas, relationship issues, and career development.
My approach to therapy is based on developing a compassionate relationship with my clients. Sometimes life is really hard and we get stuck in the way we think, feel, and act; or we struggle to cope with what life has thrown at us. My approach is to help you feel heard and partner with you to develop new ways to see yourself and the world. Together we work to understand you and your life, and then identify ways to help you become a happier and healthier you.
I view therapy as a partnership between myself and the client. I expect that we will identify and work toward mutually agreed upon goals. Therapy can at times be challenging and uncomfortable as we explore painful events, circumstances, and characteristics. I do my best to support my clients through that discomfort and help my clients to achieve happiness and health.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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Jennie was amazing! Very open to listening and giving great advice how to handle things even though it felt like too much. She made one day at a time seem so much more clear. She was a blessing with her help!
Written on Sep 08, 2021 after therapy with Jennie for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Cassidy is pretty great, I feel lucky to have found her. Grateful
Written on Nov 18, 2020 after therapy with Jennie for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Cassidy is the most wonderful person who always makes you feel heard and your feelings respected. She offers ways for you to work through your troubles and applicable ways to get through them on your own. I am very thankful to have her as my therapist.
Written on Nov 14, 2020 after therapy with Jennie for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She really is a wonderful therapist.
Written on Jun 01, 2020 after therapy with Jennie for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Cassidy listens very well and understands me. She offers clear advice and resources and helps me stay on track mentally. She is very empathetic and also to the point.
Written on May 03, 2020 after therapy with Jennie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
She’s amazing! She checks in with me pretty much daily if she doesn’t here from me. I feel 1000 times better talking to her whether it be via messenger or by phone appointment. She’s very encouraging and positive. Dr. Cassidy helps me see things in a different perspective and also the big picture. When I am panicking or feel my world is crashing, she’s helping to calm the storm. She also provides the tools for self help for me to work through them.
Written on Mar 29, 2020 after therapy with Jennie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder