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Jennifer Samardak, LISW
Ohio
Licensed independent social worker - stress and anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Life transitions support
About Jennifer
Jennifer Samardak is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio with five years of professional experience. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Jennifer frames therapy around the client's goals and current situation.
Her approach centers on practical steps and clear conversations. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to listen and respond to what each person brings to the room.
Sessions focus on identifying small, usable shifts. That might mean tracking thought patterns, trying different responses, or building simple routines. Jennifer emphasizes skills people can try between sessions to test what works.
She pays attention to family of origin issues, forgiveness work, and questions of life purpose. Midlife concerns, mood disorders, and issues around self-love and women's experiences are also part of her practice. These areas are approached with practical strategies rather than abstract theory.
People who prefer clear structure and step-by-step tools often find this style useful. Jennifer frames therapy as a collaborative process where the client's knowledge of their own life guides the work. The focus is on realistic changes that fit into day-to-day life.
How her approaches are used in online sessions
Jennifer draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to see what helps with anxiety, low mood, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and responding to the client's concerns so goals come from the person rather than being imposed by the therapist.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and daily routines, and choose practical techniques that match those needs. That decision is collaborative and can shift as progress is made.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. These practical benefits help people use therapy consistently while testing CBT skills and moment-to-moment coping strategies in real life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include family of origin issues, forgiveness, life purpose, midlife crisis, mood disorders, self-love, and women's issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, structured approach that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered methods. Sessions emphasize noticing thoughts and habits and trying concrete alternatives.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience as a social worker. That experience informs her focus on practical skills and collaborative goal-setting.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) licensed in Ohio. Her practice is based in Ohio.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether video or phone sessions are available.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on the chosen plan and region.
How do I begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process starts the intake and first appointment.
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