- Family of origin issues
- Eating and body image
- ACT and DBT informed
About Jennifer
Jennifer "Jen" Bindeman is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) with 15 years of experience in Maryland. She works with adults around LGBTQ concerns, trauma and abuse, eating issues, self-esteem, and depression. Jen emphasizes clients' strengths and helps them notice how family patterns and past relationships continue to shape current life.
Jen frames sessions as a place to name recurring patterns that started in childhood. She talks with people about attachment, abandonment concerns, and family of origin issues so they can see how old roles still influence choices now. She also helps with body image, eating and food-related issues, and relationship communication problems.
Her approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to build skills for managing difficult feelings. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy and motivational interviewing techniques to support decision making and increase motivation. Mindfulness practices are woven in when helpful to notice urges and reactions.
Jen prefers clear, practical steps in therapy. Sessions include checking what matters most to the client, testing small changes, and practicing new ways of relating to thoughts and emotions. She works with people on issues related to caregiving stress, addiction concerns, dissociation, and blended family dynamics.
Sessions are conducted in English and reflect her years of clinical practice across the Washington region. Prospective clients are asked to follow the site process to match and schedule a first appointment.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing thoughts and choosing actions that align with personal values. It helps with anxiety, depression, and problems tied to old family roles by focusing on what matters now. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving communication. DBT techniques can be useful for people dealing with intense reactions, relationship conflicts, or patterns learned in childhood. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting so clients can make their own choices; it supports strengthening self-trust and decision making.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences. That may mean combining ACT skill practice with DBT emotion regulation or using motivational interviewing to support change steps.
The biography did not specify which online session formats are used, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example a shorter check-in during a work break, or a session that avoids travel time. Therapists can use video for fuller interaction or phone for a lower-bandwidth option depending on what you prefer. The emphasis is on practical ways to maintain continuity of care and to keep therapy manageable alongside everyday responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Maryland, District of Columbia, Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does she address?
She works with LGBTQ issues, trauma and abuse, eating difficulties, self-esteem problems, and depression. Additional topics include attachment, abandonment, body image, and family of origin issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. The focus is on skills, values, and practical steps rather than long lectures.
How long has she been practicing?
Jen has 15 years of professional experience working in the Washington region. That experience includes work with a range of mood, eating, and relational concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds LICSW and LCSW-C credentials and practices in Maryland. The listing also notes licensure in the District of Columbia and Virginia.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography did not list specific session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time according to the site terms.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session through the site workflow.
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