Jessica Haywood, LCSW
Licensed in California · 16 years in practice
Jessica Haywood is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in California with 16 years of experience.
License and registration
- LCSW, California
- 115028 · expires May 2027
- NPI
- 1497439061 · national provider identifier
- Years in practice
- 16
- Languages
- English
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About Jessica
Jessica Haywood is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in California with 16 years of experience. She helps people facing grief, low self-esteem, career uncertainty, depression, and major life changes. Jessica emphasizes practical steps and steady support rather than quick fixes.
Before sessions begin she listens to each person’s story and priorities. She values clients’ strengths and works from there to build clearer goals. Her background includes helping people adjust to illness, cope with feelings of abandonment, and navigate workplace stresses.
Background and approach
Jessica uses straightforward tools to address shame, guilt, isolation, and social anxiety. Sessions often focus on small, doable changes that improve daily functioning and mood. She also supports people working on forgiveness, communication problems, and discovering a renewed sense of purpose.
Her approach draws on methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work. These are used to develop coping skills, reduce distress, and set practical goals that match each person’s life. Jessica earned a Master of Social Work from Florida State University and holds a California LCSW license.
She prefers an initial meeting by video or phone and offers flexible appointment times to fit different schedules.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Jessica lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Communication problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Jessica names
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
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Online support
Therapeutic approaches for online support
Jessica uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep them stuck. CBT is practical and problem-focused, and it can help with depression, anxiety, and work-related stress.She also incorporates dialectical behavior therapy skills to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. DBT-style tools are useful for managing strong emotions, reducing isolation, and improving relationships.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jessica will talk with each person about their goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. The aim is to match methods to real-life needs and preferences.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video works well for a conversation that feels most like in-person work, while phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is low. Live chat or text messaging can be used for brief check-ins or when a shorter, written format fits a person’s day. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, parenting, or caregiving schedules.
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Questions people ask
What concerns does Jessica commonly help with?
She helps people with grief, low self-esteem, career struggles, depression, and coping with major life changes, plus related issues like isolation, guilt, and workplace stress.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, focusing on small, achievable changes and skill building using clear, down-to-earth techniques.
What is her background and experience?
Jessica has 16 years of professional experience and holds a Master of Social Work from Florida State University.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a California licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - practicing from California.
Which languages are supported and can she see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
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