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Jessica Lareau, LICSW
Massachusetts
LICSW - Depression and Addictions
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Grief and career issues
About Jessica
Jessica Lareau is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts with 14 years of experience. She sees people who are dealing with depression, addictions, relationship strain, grief, career stress, self-esteem concerns, and major life changes. Jessica also supports clients facing caregiver stress, blended family issues, and work-related compassion fatigue.
Her approach is practical and skills-focused. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) tools to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. She also draws on Motivational Interviewing to support change and psychodynamic ideas to understand recurring patterns.
Sessions typically focus on clear goals. Jessica helps people break problems into manageable steps and test small behavior changes between meetings. She works on communication skills, managing strong emotions, and strategies for coping with cravings or mood swings.
Jessica treats relationship and family-related concerns by helping individuals improve boundaries, resolve communication problems, and address codependency and commitment issues. For people facing substance use or addiction, she incorporates motivational techniques and relapse prevention planning alongside CBT skills.
She asks new clients to identify what matters most to them and then builds straightforward practice tasks they can use in daily life. Jessica encourages regular check-ins on progress and adjusts plans based on what works in real situations.
How Jessica uses practical approaches in online sessions
Jessica uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test new behaviors. CBT is focused on concrete skills for managing mood, anxiety, cravings, and everyday decision making.She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) which helps people clarify values and commit to small actions that match those values. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are used when managing intense emotions and improving emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.
Deciding which approach fits best is a collaborative process. Jessica reviews goals and preferences with each person and adjusts methods based on how well techniques work in daily life. This lets the client and therapist try a few tools and keep what helps most.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific delivery methods. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule short check-ins, have a session during a work break, avoid commute time, or choose a lower-bandwidth option when needed. These practical advantages help therapy fit into a busy life without promising any specific outcome.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with most often?
She works with depression, addictions, relationship strain, grief, self-esteem, career stress, and coping with life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and structured, using CBT techniques alongside ACT, DBT tools, and Motivational Interviewing to change thoughts and behaviors.
How much experience does she have?
She has 14 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including addiction and mood disorders.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Massachusetts.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work with her?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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