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Jennifer Pariera

Jennifer Pariera, LICSW

Therapist in Washington

Warm LICSW focused on depression and anxiety

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  • Collaborative approach
  • Practical strategies
  • Mindfulness emphasis

About Jennifer

Jennifer Pariera is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who focuses on depression and anxiety. She brings 11 years of clinical experience and a direct, warm approach to sessions. Jennifer aims to make it easier for people to talk about what feels hard and figure out workable next steps.

Her style is welcoming and collaborative. She treats each person as an individual and works alongside them to set goals and try changes that fit their life. Sessions are practical and down-to-earth, with room to talk about feelings and daily struggles.

Jennifer often blends cognitive behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to help people notice patterns and try new behaviors. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approaches and motivational interviewing to support values-based choices and strengthen motivation. These methods are used to address low mood, anxiety, panic, and related concerns.

She has experience supporting people coping with relationship strain, parenting stress, grief, trauma and abuse, addiction, compassion fatigue, and issues around self-esteem and body image. She has worked with veterans and people facing life transitions and caregiver strain.

Jennifer works from Washington and sees clients in English. She encourages people to take the first step even when it feels difficult and to use sessions as a place to practice small changes that add up over time.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Jennifer frequently uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people clarify what matters to them and take small committed steps even when feelings are hard. ACT can be useful for depression, anxiety, and life transitions because it focuses on values and action rather than trying to eliminate emotions.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going. CBT offers concrete skills for handling panic, low mood, and anxiety by testing thoughts and trying new behaviors. Client-centered work shapes sessions around each person’s needs, with the clinician offering empathy and support while clients lead the topics.

Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with each person to figure out what methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That process may involve trying different tools and checking in about what helps most.

Confirm the available session formats before booking, as specific online or in-person options are not listed here. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists and clients can discuss how to structure sessions so they fit work, caregiving, or other routines.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Jennifer commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, panic, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, grief, addiction, relationship and family problems, parenting stress, and self-esteem issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her approach is warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative. She focuses on practical steps and helps people set goals that fit their daily life.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 11 years of direct client experience working with a wide range of life stressors and mental health concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a LICSW licensed in Washington and practices in that state.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed here.

How is cost handled for sessions?

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

How do I begin working with her?

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