- Addictions support
- Family concerns
- Trauma-informed care
About Jenny
Jenny Desantis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with seven years of experience supporting people through difficult life moments. She works with adults facing addiction recovery, relationship strain, family conflict, and healing after trauma. Her manner is direct and compassionate, aimed at helping people take the next practical steps forward.
Jenny focuses on evidence-based techniques while tailoring sessions to each person's situation. She builds a calm, non-judgmental space where clients can talk through what is happening and try manageable strategies. Sessions concentrate on developing coping skills and concrete plans for change.
Her work emphasizes trauma-informed care and steady support during transitions. That might look like identifying triggers, practicing new ways to respond, or strengthening routines that help day-to-day functioning. Jenny aims to help people reconnect with strengths they already have and to build habits that last.
She takes an inclusive approach and pays attention to each client's identity and life context. Jenny listens for what matters most to the person in front of her and adjusts the work accordingly. Her goal is steady progress rather than quick fixes.
People who want straightforward guidance and practical tools often choose Jenny. She invites clients to set clear goals and to try small, achievable steps between sessions. The focus is on steady, sustainable change over time.
Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Support
Jenny uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide her work, focusing on methods that help people manage symptoms and make practical changes. One common approach she relies on teaches concrete coping skills and problem-solving strategies to reduce harmful behaviors and improve daily functioning. This approach is useful for addiction recovery and managing stress during life changes.Another key strand of her work is trauma-informed practice. That involves recognizing how past experiences affect current reactions, helping clients build safety and stability, and pacing the work so people feel able to try new skills without getting overwhelmed. This approach supports healing from trauma and abuse and helps with repairing relationship patterns.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals, needs, and preferences. Together they review what’s working and adjust the plan over time so sessions stay focused and relevant.
If you are considering online work, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and planning to work well outside the office so therapy fits everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
New Jersey, New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people facing addictions, relationship stress, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is practical and trauma-informed, focusing on clear steps, coping skills, and steady support during transitions.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of clinical experience working with adults on the issues listed in her specialties.
What credentials and location apply?
Jenny Desantis holds the LCSW credential and practices in New Jersey with licensure in NY LCSW and NJ LCSW.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.