- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin
- CBT and solution-focused
About Jodi
Jodi Schwartz is a licensed independent social worker with a Master of Arts and two state credentials: LICSW and LISW-CP in South Carolina. She has 20 years of overall experience and lists work with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, family of origin issues, grief, and chronic health concerns among her areas of focus.
She works in a direct, conversational way. Sessions tend to focus on practical steps and clearer thinking. Jodi combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral tools and solution-focused methods. Mindfulness approaches are used when helpful for managing anxiety or ongoing stress.
Clients can expect short-term problem solving as well as work on longer patterns that come from the family they grew up in. Jodi often helps people identify unhelpful thinking, try different responses, and practice new habits between sessions. She also connects people with community resources for things like housing, food, and health insurance when those needs affect mental health.
Her background includes long experience in medical settings and earlier work in mental health clinics. That mix informs a practical approach to coping with life changes and managing chronic illness alongside mood symptoms. Jodi favors clear goals and measurable steps while still making room to talk through difficult feelings.
Sessions are conducted in English and the practice is based in South Carolina. The subscription-based fees vary by location and can be canceled at any time. To begin, prospective clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on active listening and building a supportive working relationship. Online sessions using this approach concentrate on the persons goals and what matters most right now, which can help with family of origin questions and relationship patterns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thinking patterns and behaviors that keep problems going. In remote sessions, CBT often includes brief skill practice, worksheets, and concrete behavior experiments to reduce anxiety, low mood, or unhelpful reactions tied to family roles.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce stress and increase present-moment awareness. Online meetings can be used for guided exercises and short practices to manage symptoms between visits.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jodi will help figure out which combination fits a person's needs, goals, and preferences in a collaborative way. The plan can be adjusted as progress is tracked.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online appointments can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits often help people keep consistent progress while balancing caregiving, work, or health demands.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
South Carolina, Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Jodi address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, chronic health concerns, and related topics such as ADHD and caregiver stress.
How does she approach therapy?
Her style combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques, and she uses mindfulness practices when appropriate.
How much experience does she have?
Jodi has 20 years of experience, including time working in medical settings and earlier work in mental health clinics.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an MA and is licensed as an LICSW and as an LISW-CP in South Carolina.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to get started?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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