Hi! I’m Jessica Lu, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Therapy is a gentle process. It’s also a deeply personal and transformational process that takes courage. My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that healing is not linear. Each client brings with them a unique story, personality, and worldview. My goals are to provide them with a radically accepting environment, to listen, and to understand and guide them through their individual journeys.
So what does therapy look like with me? I won’t sit and nod, or intently analyze you. I WILL challenge you and offer you different points of view. I often help people uncover old patterns, identify triggers, implement boundaries, confront past trauma, strengthen relationships, navigate life transitions, and more. My eclectic style incorporates a wide range of treatment modalities including relational therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness practices.
While I work with a wide range of clients, I specialize in the following: Trauma/post traumatic stress, domestic violence, sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, postpartum depression, infertility, perinatal loss, parenthood challenges, LGBTQ issues, immigration hardship.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, ADHD