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- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Jessica
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 20 years of experience. Jessica Mangan helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and relationship concerns. She also supports people dealing with grief, parenting strain, career questions, low self-esteem, and questions about life purpose.
Jessica earned a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Western Michigan University in 2005. She has worked in crisis units, mental health centers, and correctional facilities. Her background includes leadership roles and staff training alongside direct clinical work.
Her approach is straightforward and practical. Sessions focus on identifying useful skills, increasing insight, and building small strategies people can use right away. She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior ideas, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused methods.
Jessica has spent much of her career helping people with sexual addictions, substance use, anxiety and trauma or abuse. In session she combines teaching and conversation so clients leave with concrete tools and clearer next steps. She aims to form a working relationship that supports honest discussion and steady progress.
She also addresses compassion fatigue, guilt and shame, bipolar and major mood issues, anger, intimacy-related concerns, and coaching for life changes. People who want clear strategies and practical steps are likely to find this style useful.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Jessica uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people identify unhelpful thinking and develop practical coping steps. CBT often focuses on simple experiments, behavior changes, and short-term action plans that translate well to remote sessions.She also uses dialectical behavior therapy skills to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT-style skills are presented as concrete tools people can practice between appointments. Mindfulness therapy is used alongside these approaches to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactive patterns.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and then try methods that suit the person’s needs. That process may include adapting techniques used in session to fit everyday life and responsibilities.
Session formats are not listed in the original biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find remote sessions help fit appointments into work, school, or family schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. The focus is on practical, usable techniques that can be applied between sessions to support steady progress.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and relationship issues, as well as grief, parenting strain, career questions, bipolar and depression.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is open and direct, focusing on insight, practical strategies, and tools clients can use between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience, including work in crisis units, mental health centers, and correctional facilities, plus leadership and staff training roles.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Michigan and holds a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Western Michigan University.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and how much do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process for beginning therapy?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.