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LICSW, MD, LCSW-C

Jessica "J. Marie" Garrett, LICSW, MD, LCSW-C

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationMaryland
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing
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About Jessica

Jessica "J. Marie" Garrett blends two decades of clinical work with a compassionate, individualized approach to care.

Background and approach

A licensed clinician in Maryland holding LICSW, MD, and LCSW-C credentials, she helps people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, family conflict, anger, addictions, grief, intimacy concerns, and ADHD among other issues. Her practice emphasizes respectful, sensitive dialogue and collaborative planning so treatment reflects each person's priorities and circumstances.

Garrett draws on practical, skill-based methods tailored to immediate needs and longer-term goals, adapting sessions to the pace and preferences of the person she is working with. Her background includes work across mood and trauma-related concerns as well as supporting clients through life transitions, career questions, parenting stresses, adoption and foster care issues, and financial or vocational stresses.

She encourages clients that seeking change is a courageous step and offers steady support while jointly developing strategies for coping, problem solving, and growth.

Evidence-Based Approaches Delivered Online

Jessica "J. Marie" Garrett uses practical, goal-oriented approaches that adapt well to virtual care. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression and to improve daily functioning. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative method that helps people explore their own motivations and strengths to make meaningful changes, particularly helpful for addictions, ambivalence, and readiness to change.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to understand their needs, priorities, and preferences, then tailors strategies and techniques together so therapy stays relevant and workable for real life.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, continue care during transitions, and use brief check-ins or longer sessions depending on what a person needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, anger, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy issues, parenting, self esteem, career matters, bipolar mood concerns, coping with life changes, coaching, and ADHD among other focus areas.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Sessions use practical, evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to build coping skills and actionable plans tailored to individual goals.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
She brings 20 years of professional work experience to her practice, drawing on that background to address a broad range of mood, behavioral, and life transition challenges.
What are the therapist's credentials and where is she located?
She holds LICSW, MD, and LCSW-C credentials with licence details DC LICSW LC302645 and MD LCSW-C 05736, and she is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Which languages are available for therapy sessions?
Therapy is offered in English only, and international clients are not currently accepted.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementDepression

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careCo-morbidityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Maryland, District of Columbia

Languages

English

What Jessica can help with

Jessica "J. Marie" Garrett works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and depression.

Jessica works with clients with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and family conflicts.

How Jessica approaches therapy

Jessica's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Jessica is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in Maryland, with 20 years of clinical experience.