Therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp. We will earn a commission at no additional cost to you if you use our links to purchase.

Entry 003399Tennessee / United States

Dr. Jessica Hamm

Dr. Jessica Hamm, LPC, LPCC

Tennessee 16 years in practice

Continue with Jessica

LPC, LPCC - mood and relationship concerns

Sheet 1

  • Addictions support
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Mindfulness and CBT

About Jessica

Dr. Jessica Hamm is an LPC, LPCC practicing in Tennessee with 16 years of experience. She works with people facing depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, addiction, and other stress-related issues. She conducts sessions in English and accepts international clients.

Jessica uses a straightforward, interactive style in sessions. She blends cognitive-behavioral methods with person-centered and mindfulness-based techniques. That means she helps people spot unhelpful thinking patterns, practices skills to manage intense emotions, and uses present-moment awareness to reduce reactivity. Sessions emphasize practical skills alongside listening.

Her work covers a wide range of concerns including self-esteem, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, career stress, bipolar mood concerns, and LGBT-related issues. She approaches these topics without stigmatizing labels and adjusts the way she works to each person’s needs.

The biography notes that she currently offers message-only work through a 24-hour message board format. Messaging focuses on ongoing dialog and building a treatment plan through written exchanges. Because formats can change, people should confirm current session options before booking.

People who reach out complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Jessica aims to combine practical strategies with steady conversational support so people can manage symptoms and make decisions that fit their lives.

Sheet 2

Approaches used in online sessions

She uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to help people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this approach is often used for anxiety, depression, and some stress-related problems. She also integrates person-centered methods that focus on listening and reflecting so people can clarify values and goals. Mindfulness-based strategies are used to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity to difficult feelings.

Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. The therapist and client review needs, goals, and preferences together and pick methods that fit the situation. This is a collaborative process that can shift as progress is made.

The therapist's listed format is message-only work via a 24-hour message board, which supports ongoing written dialog and a gradual treatment plan through messages. If you prefer other session types, confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy routine, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and suit people who prefer writing rather than live video or phone conversations.

Sheet 3

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression

Experience

16+ years

Listed in

Tennessee, Kentucky

Languages

English

Sheet 4

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

She works with depression, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, addictions, and related concerns such as sleep, grief, parenting stress, anger, and career strain.

What is her therapeutic approach?

She blends cognitive-behavioral methods, person-centered work, and mindfulness-based techniques to address thinking patterns, emotional regulation, and present-moment awareness.

How much experience does she have?

She has 16 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds LPC and LPCC credentials and practices in Tennessee.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

The biography states she currently offers message-only work via a 24-hour message board. Confirm current session options before booking as formats can change.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting 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, use the urgent help numbers.

Dr. Jessica Hamm

Continue with Jessica