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Jennifer Masessa

Jennifer Masessa

LMHC

Therapist in New York

Practical support for stress and isolation

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  • Experience 3 years
  • Languages English
  • Sessions Online
  • Action-oriented
  • Nonjudgmental
  • Goal focused

About Jennifer

Jennifer Masessa is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York. She has three years of professional experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD-related concerns, and LGBTQ+ issues. She also offers coaching for work and professional goals and helps people coping with concentration and memory challenges.

Jennifer creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk about what matters most to them. Sessions focus on practical steps and clear goals rather than long theory talks. She encourages small, manageable changes that build over time.

Clients who are dealing with isolation or loneliness may find a direct, conversational approach helpful. She listens for patterns that keep people stuck and suggests flexible strategies to strengthen connection and self-compassion. She also works on common feelings like guilt, shame, and the struggle to forgive oneself.

For people juggling work and life demands, Jennifer blends coaching with therapy-style conversations to clarify priorities and make plans that fit a busy schedule. She pays attention to how attention and memory problems affect daily routines and suggests ways to reduce overwhelm.

Her style is supportive and action-oriented. Jennifer aims to empower each person to take the next step toward a more satisfying day-to-day life. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and can schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

How therapeutic methods translate to online care

Jennifer uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations and set useful goals. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior, then practicing small, concrete changes to reduce anxiety and improve mood. This helps people who struggle with worry, social anxiety, or low mood learn new ways of reacting to daily stressors.

Another approach emphasizes coaching-style strategies to improve focus, organization, and professional performance. This kind of work breaks tasks into manageable steps, builds routines that support attention, and helps people set realistic career or life goals. It can be useful for those managing ADHD-related concentration issues or workplace stress.

Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they choose techniques and adapt them over time so the plan fits the person’s life and needs.

Confirm the therapist's current session formats before booking, as session options are listed during sign-up. Online work can make therapy easier to fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people meet from whatever location best suits their schedule.

License and NPI

LMHC New York · No. 015650
NPI1316611874

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Areas of expertise

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD-related concentration issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, and coaching for professional goals. Additional focuses include isolation or loneliness, self-love, social anxiety, guilt, shame, and forgiveness.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her style is conversational and action-oriented, emphasizing practical steps and clear goals. She aims to create a nonjudgmental space where clients can talk honestly and try manageable changes.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has three years of professional work experience as a licensed clinician. That experience includes helping people with stress, mood concerns, attention challenges, and workplace coaching.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in New York and practices from that state.

Which languages are used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?

Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time and cost varies with location and therapist availability. Exact rates are provided during the sign-up and scheduling process.

What steps do I take to get started?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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