Jennifer Hesterman, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Jennifer!

I have a wide variety of experiences and specialize in treating trauma in adolescents and children. I also specialize in treating domestic violence patients.

My focus

I typically have been working with children and adolescents. I have also provided family therapy to assist youth in reunifying with their families.

My approach

I utilize cognitive behavioral techniques as well as trauma-focused cognitive behavioral techniques. I provide an empathetic understanding of my patients' situation, but also assist them with moving forward through their situation to increase their ability to cope with life's challenges.

My communication style

I am a calm yet exciting therapist. I meet my clients where they are at. My clients have stated that they feel accepted and safe as well as understood while participating in therapy with me.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was challenged by a social work professor to continue my education as a therapist. I continue being a therapist because I have a passion for helping others. I enjoy seeing my clients succeed.

My goals for you

I allow my clients to create their own goals. I want them to have a buy-in to their therapy and the therapy that I provide is client-centered.

Our first session

My clients will experience empathy toward their situation during their first session.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

+ 3 more

Focus populations

Body Positivity

Gay

Police/Fire/First Responders

+ 3 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens
Children

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 56 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Jennifer Hesterman