Jessica Peres - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

9 years experience

About Jessica Peres

As a licensed therapist in New Jersey, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on compassionate, holistic care, with expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. I’m deeply committed to helping clients develop self-love, improve communication, and overcome challenges like social anxiety, isolation, and workplace stress.

My therapeutic practice focuses on empowering individuals to heal from past experiences and build meaningful connections. I work collaboratively with clients experiencing diverse challenges, including relationship difficulties, personal growth obstacles, and emotional healing. Whether you’re struggling with life transitions, self-esteem issues, or seeking deeper understanding of yourself, I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space for transformation.

I draw from evidence-based practices to help you develop resilience, cultivate self-awareness, and create positive life changes. My goal is to support you in discovering your inner strength and moving toward a more fulfilling, authentic life.

Licenses

LPC

37PC01150900

Professional experience

Addictions
Anger management
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
LGBT
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Postpartum depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues

Clinical Approaches

Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English
Portuguese

6 Reviews

“Thank you Jessica!”

“Jessica is a great therapist, understands what you need and will break it out in order to help you better understand.”

“Jessica has helped me shift my perspective in so many areas of my life and push forward through stagnation to reach the best mental state I’ve been in in years. I feel she’s helping me tackle things I keep pushing to the back burner.”

“Expert with perception”

“Jessica really pays attention and cares”

“Even though I've only been working with Jessica Peres for two weeks, I already feel a connection that I’ve spent years searching for in a counselor. Jessica doesn’t just hear me, she truly listens. She speaks with me, not at me, creating a space where I feel respected, seen, and never judged.<br /> <br /> She has supported me through layers of personal challenges, from addiction and trauma to emotional health and relationships, and she handles each conversation with empathy, insight, and genuine care. I felt comfortable with her from our very first session, which is something I’ve rarely experienced. It’s like talking to someone who understands where you’ve been and is fully committed to helping you get where you want to go.<br /> <br /> Jessica is the kind of counselor who helps you feel like you're not alone, and that healing is not only possible, but within reach. I’m so grateful BetterHelp matched me with her.”

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