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Jessica Messersmith-Miller, LISW

  • Experience16 years
  • LocationOhio
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Jessica

Jessica Messersmith-Miller draws on a client-centered approach combined with practical, evidence-informed techniques to help people manage stress, mood concerns, addictions, and relationship challenges.

Background and approach

As an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 16 years of clinical experience, she blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and narrative work to create individualized plans that respond to each person's circumstances and goals.

Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, parenting and family issues, anger, career transitions, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

Jessica has worked across inpatient and outpatient settings, hospitals, hospice, jails, and alternative education environments, bringing that varied background to sessions that focus on concrete skill building, clearer communication, and healthier coping strategies. Jessica emphasizes collaboration in therapy, helping clients define realistic goals and selecting approaches that fit their values and needs.

She offers flexible session formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, and invites prospective clients to start with a brief matching process to schedule care according to availability.

Approaches that translate well to online care

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and tailoring the work to what matters most to each person; this approach helps build a collaborative relationship and supports work on relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thought and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and address addictive behaviors; it often uses structured exercises that adapt easily to remote formats. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and stress-reduction skills that can complement other strategies and help with emotional regulation and compassion fatigue.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works collaboratively with clients to identify goals, try methods that fit their preferences, and adjust the plan over time so the work remains relevant and effective for their situation.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing therapy to fit into busy schedules and different lifestyles. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care when circumstances change and give clients multiple ways to engage with therapy between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Jessica work with?
Her practice addresses stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, parenting, anger, career challenges, bipolar and depressive disorders, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD among other concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centered stance paired with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative techniques to tailor treatment to individual goals and preferences.
What is her clinical and professional background?
Jessica is an LISW with 16 years of clinical experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings, hospitals, hospice, jails, and alternative education programs.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She holds Ohio licensure as an LISW and the credential appears as OH LISW I.1100029-SUPV.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for remote care?
Clients can connect by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits their needs and schedule.
How does billing and cost work for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteem

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

16+ years

Licensed

Ohio

Languages

English

What Jessica can help with

Jessica Messersmith-Miller works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, and self esteem.

Jessica works with Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, and Dual Diagnosis.

How Jessica approaches therapy

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

Experience and training

Jessica is a Licensed Independent Social Worker practicing in Ohio, with 16 years of clinical experience.