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Jennifer Scott, LICSW, LCSW

Practical, compassionate care for anxiety and stress

17 years in practice · based in Maine · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Jennifer

Jennifer Scott is a licensed clinical social worker with 17 years of experience helping people cope with stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, and major life changes. She brings a calm, warm presence to sessions and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Jennifer treats each person with respect and avoids stigmatizing labels.

She uses a trauma-informed perspective and listens first to understand what matters most to each client.

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Background and approach

Conversations are tailored to the person's needs, and treatment plans are adjusted as progress or circumstances change. Jennifer emphasizes strengths and teamwork rather than one-size-fits-all approaches. Mindfulness practices and client-centered dialogue are common tools in her work.

She also draws on solution-focused ideas to set clear, achievable goals and teach skills that reduce overwhelm. Sessions often include short exercises people can use between meetings. Jennifer has a history of supporting people coping with caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, and feelings of guilt or shame.

She also helps those facing questions about life purpose, pregnancy and childbirth, and women's health concerns. Her background includes long-term work in therapeutic mental health settings across New England. People who choose to work with her can expect a collaborative atmosphere.

She frames clients as experts in their own lives and aims to empower practical change. Jennifer welcomes conversations about next steps and what a helpful path forward might look like.

Approaches you can use online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's experience. The therapist follows the client's lead, offering support and reflection to help people clarify goals and feel heard. This approach helps with anxiety, depression, and life changes.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches short, present-focused practices that reduce stress and calm racing thoughts. These exercises are practical and can be used between sessions to manage anxiety or difficult emotions.

Finding the right way of working is part of the process. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and preferences and then try approaches that fit. That collaborative decision-making means methods can be adjusted over time if something isn't helping.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging allow ongoing contact and brief check-ins between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, or health demands.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does this therapist address?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, guilt and shame, life purpose, pregnancy and childbirth, and women's issues.
How would you describe the therapy style?
Therapy is friendly, warm, and engaging. The approach respects each person's experience and avoids stigmatizing labels while working toward practical change.
What is her experience working in mental health?
She has 17 years of experience in therapeutic mental health settings. That experience includes long-term practice in New England and work with diverse concerns.
What credentials and location apply to this therapist?
She holds MA LICSW and ME LCSW credentials and practices from Maine. Those credentials are listed as provided.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available online?
Sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow different ways to connect based on needs and schedule.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and is billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on the plan and local factors.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After matching, schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

What this therapist works with

Experience
17 years
Licensed
Maine, Massachusetts
Languages
English

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