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Jessica Haywood

CA LCSW 115028
Credentials
CA LCSW 115028
NPI Number
1497439061
Location
California
Languages
English
Jessica Haywood
16 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Jessica Haywood

I am licensed in California with 20+ years of professional work experience. I have helped clients coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I also have experience regarding adjustment to illness and phase of life issues.

I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I have flexible appointment times available.
I prefer to conduct the initial session by video or audio.

Education: Master of Social Work Degree from The Florida State University College of Social Work, Graduated 2000

Licenses

LCSW
115028

Professional experience

  • Career difficulties
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Self esteem

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Chronic pain, illness, and disability
  • Communication problems
  • Forgiveness
  • Guilt and shame
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Self-love
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“I highly recommend Jessica to anyone seeking a compassionate, thoughtful, and genuinely supportive therapist. From the very first session, she created a safe and welcoming space where I felt heard, respected, and understood. Her guidance has been both practical and insightful, helping me better understand myself and work through challenges with more clarity and confidence.<br /> <br /> What stands out most is Jessica’s ability to listen without judgment while also offering meaningful tools and perspectives that make a real difference. I am grateful for the care, patience, and professionalism she brings to each session.”

“I enjoyed our first session together. I felt that Jessica listened and engaged me in conversation. I look forward to our next session!”

“Jessica has been incredibly supportive, insightful, and compassionate throughout my therapy journey. She creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where I feel heard and understood, while also helping me gain real clarity and growth. I appreciate her thoughtful guidance, professionalism, and ability to balance empathy with honest feedback. I’m very grateful for the positive impact she’s had on my life. Highly recommend!”

“My life is better because of Jessica ❤️”

“Jessica is the best therapist I've had in awhile.”

“Jessica is very nice and patient and listen to you. She takes notes so that you’re not repeating yourself each appointment and fully engages in conversations. She remembers even little details you may not think is important”

“Jessica has an incredible way to see situations and support with clarity and humor.”

“Jessica is the best therapist I have had. She is kind, understanding and incredibly knowledgeable. She makes me feel comfortable and supported in every session and her insights have helped me grow so much over the past couple months. Seriously don’t know what I would do without her. I highly recommend her.”

“By far one of the Best I've ever encountered....if not The Best. I say that sincerely. She is a rising star.”

“Jessica is an incredible therapist—compassionate, insightful, and truly attentive. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space that makes it easy to open up.”

“Jessica is an amazing therapist. She has a warm energy and smile that makes you feel comfortable right away. You can tell that she is a complete professional and that she truly cares. She also has wonderful insights and suggestions that are extremely helpful and thought provoking. I can't recommend her highly enough. I feel very lucky and blessed to have met her.”

“She is just wonderful”

“Jessica, grants a safe space and is excellent!”

“Jessica is an amazing therapist. She has truly helped me navigate grief, childhood trauma and transitioning into a new phase in life. She listens, she uplifts me and provides me ways to see things from all angles . I always feel better at the end of our session.”

“I honor the support I’ve received from my therapist. I highly recommend Jessica Haywood’s therapy services.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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