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Jennifer Covington

Jennifer Covington, LCSW

North Carolina

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships

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  • ACT methods
  • CBT techniques
  • Mindfulness practices

About Jennifer

Jennifer Covington is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with 13 years of experience. She works with adults who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting demands, and other life transitions. Her practice also addresses concerns such as addictions, grief, intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, ADHD, and family of origin patterns.

She frames therapy as practical and goal-oriented. Conversations focus on manageable steps. Sessions look at current pressures and the habits that keep those pressures active. Jennifer uses clear techniques to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.

Her approach combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy. She draws on motivational strategies to support change and keeps sessions grounded in what the client wants to accomplish. Therapy may include skills practice, tracking patterns, and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

Jennifer describes the work as collaborative. She helps people set realistic goals and build routines that fit their life. Expect straightforward conversation, practical coping tools, and focused problem-solving during sessions.

She offers services to people living in North Carolina and conducts sessions in English. Before scheduling, confirm current session formats and any practical details with the service flow on the site.

Therapeutic approaches used for online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choosing actions that match your values; it can help with anxiety, stress, and patterns that come from family of origin dynamics. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which is useful for depression, sleep and eating issues, and managing mood swings. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and building a collaborative relationship so the client guides what matters most in each session.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Jennifer will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then suggest techniques to try. That collaborative process helps decide which methods to use over time rather than committing to a single approach up front.

Confirm current session formats before booking so you know what options are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They can also allow sessions without video if that is preferred, or adapt skills practice to everyday routines. Ask about specific formats and any practical steps when you complete the matching questionnaire.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapySomatic Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Listed in

North Carolina

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, addictions, grief, and related issues such as parenting, eating and sleeping problems, and ADHD.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on concrete skills, behavior change, and problem-solving rather than abstract theory.

How long has she practiced?

She has 13 years of clinical experience working in mental health settings.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Carolina and provides services to people living in that state.

In which languages can sessions be conducted?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

International clients are not currently accepted; services are provided to residents of North Carolina.

How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific pricing during the sign-up process.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.

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