- Client-centered focus
- CBT tools
- Mindfulness skills
About Jennifer
Jennifer Christman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Pennsylvania who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, and family concerns. She approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Jennifer emphasizes practical skills that can make everyday life feel more manageable.
She draws mainly on client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy, with mindfulness practices woven in. That means conversations focus on what matters to the client while learning small, usable tools for coping and mood management. Sessions often include building relaxation practices and identifying thought patterns that contribute to distress.
Jennifer has seven years of formal mental health therapy experience and two decades of work with children, teens, and families in various settings. This background informs how she talks about family dynamics and parenting stress. She adapts the pace and focus to each person’s needs rather than using one fixed method.
Her approach is collaborative and practical. She helps clients set short-term goals and practices they can use between sessions. The tone in therapy is direct but empathetic, aiming for steady, achievable change.
Taking a first step can feel hard, and Jennifer offers steady support through that process. She invites people to talk through what’s most pressing and to build coping strategies tailored to their daily life.
How her approaches translate to online care
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and shaping sessions around what matters most to the client. The therapist follows the person’s lead, reflects concerns back, and builds goals together to address family stress, parenting strain, or mood difficulties.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, teaches concrete skills for noticing thoughts and changing behaviors that keep problems going. It often includes short exercises and practical homework to try between meetings, which can fit well into a weekly routine.
Mindfulness therapy brings attention to present-moment experience and simple relaxation techniques. These practices can help reduce reactivity to stress and support calmer responses during family conflicts or grief moments.
Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will work with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and preferences, and will adjust the plan as progress is made.
Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, shorten travel time, and use brief check-ins when needed. Talk with the therapist about which session rhythm or setup would best support day-to-day life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jennifer commonly address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, family conflict, grief, anger, and depression.
What is her general therapy style?
Jennifer uses a client-centered approach alongside cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques to build coping skills and relaxation practices.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional mental health therapy experience and has worked with children, teens, and families in various settings for about 20 years.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.