Jennifer Bussell
LPC
Calm, practical help for stress and anger
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- Focus on coping skills
- Trauma-informed options
- Client-centered care
About Jennifer
She uses a mix of approaches to match each person's needs. Jennifer draws on client-centered work to follow the person's pace and priorities. She includes cognitive behavioral strategies to shift unhelpful thinking and mindfulness tools to reduce reactivity in tense moments.
Her background includes work in agency settings, a psychiatric hospital, and a teen-and-family program. Over 11 years she has guided people through addiction concerns, bipolar mood issues, sleep problems, and post-traumatic stress. That variety has shaped a calm, pragmatic style centered on what helps in day-to-day life.
Sessions focus on building skills you can use right away. Expect to talk through what is happening, learn concrete coping techniques, and rehearse new ways to respond to triggers. Jennifer also uses EMDR when trauma memories are a key problem and when the person and therapist agree it is helpful.
Her practice takes place in Texas and services are provided in English. People who want to begin can follow an initial matching process and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
How these approaches work in online therapy
Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and following the person's pace. The therapist focuses on understanding what matters to the person and helps them set goals that feel realistic and useful. This approach suits people who need an understanding space to sort out emotions and options.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical techniques to spot and change thoughts and behaviors that make stress and anger worse. Sessions often include simple exercises to practice between meetings, which can reduce anxiety and improve sleep and mood. EMDR addresses painful memories by guiding attention while discussing those memories; it is an option when trauma is a main concern and both the person and therapist decide it fits the work.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk about options, try different methods when needed, and adjust plans based on the client's goals and how they respond. Finding the best fit is part of the work together and may change over time.
Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Many people find online sessions help fit care into busy days, reduce travel time, and make follow-ups easier. Some formats can be better for short check-ins while others support longer, skill-focused work, so the pair will pick what works best for practical life needs.
At a glance
- Listed location
- Texas
- Experience
- 11+ years
- Credentials
- LPC
- Languages
- English
- License (Texas)
- LPC · No. 70831
- NPI
- 1679982961
As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist address?
Jennifer supports people with stress, anxiety, anger, grief, trauma and related concerns like addictions, sleep trouble, self-esteem, and career stress.
How would you describe the therapist's approach?
She blends client-centered listening with practical methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to build coping skills and change unhelpful patterns.
What is her professional background?
Jennifer has 11 years of counseling experience, including work in agencies, a psychiatric hospital, and a program serving teens and their families.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Before you start
- Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
- Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
- If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.