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PA Psychologist PS017722, VA Psychologist 0810007495

Dr. Jessica Temple, PA Psychologist PS017722, VA Psychologist 0810007495

  • Experience12 years
  • LocationVirginia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Sleeping
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Jessica

Dr. Jessica Temple brings a rehabilitation neuropsychology perspective to therapy, blending evidence-based techniques with practical strategies developed over 12 years of clinical work.

Background and approach

She is licensed as a psychologist in Pennsylvania (PA Psychologist PS017722) and Virginia (VA Psychologist 0810007495) and practices in Virginia, helping people manage stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, parenting challenges, compassion fatigue, and attention concerns such as ADHD. Her background includes work with chronic illness, traumatic brain injury, cognitive changes affecting concentration and memory, and related life adjustments.

Her approach emphasizes collaboration and clear skills training using methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to address unhelpful thinking and improve daily functioning. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools when clients need help tolerating difficult emotions or building practical coping routines.

Dr. Temple aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and develop realistic plans for change.

Beginning therapy is often a vulnerable step, and she acknowledges that courage while guiding clients through personalized, achievable goals. Practical problem solving, attention to cognitive functioning, and compassion for the impact of medical or life stressors shape her work with each person.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and skill building

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters to them and build actions toward those values while learning to tolerate difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often useful for people struggling with anxiety, life purpose questions, or ongoing stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and developing concrete behavioral strategies to improve sleep, reduce anxiety, and strengthen problem solving in daily routines. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness and distress tolerance, which can be helpful when compassion fatigue or strong emotional reactions are present.

Choosing which approach fits best is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences and may integrate techniques from multiple models to create a tailored plan. Clients are invited to give feedback so the plan can evolve as progress is made.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care while using ACT, CBT, or DBT tools in real-life contexts, practicing skills between sessions, and adjusting support as life circumstances change.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, sleep problems, parenting challenges, compassion fatigue, and ADHD, and also has experience with chronic illness, traumatic brain injury, and related cognitive difficulties.
What therapeutic approaches does she use in sessions?
Her work incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy to teach practical skills and support emotional regulation.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of professional experience working in clinical rehabilitation neuropsychology and related therapeutic settings.
What credentials and location are on record?
She is listed as PA Psychologist PS017722 and VA Psychologist 0810007495 and provides services based in Virginia.
Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?
Her practice is conducted in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for remote work?
Clients may meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their needs and scheduling.
How are sessions billed or paid for?
Costs vary with 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 therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySleeping disordersParenting issuesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityDivorce and separationIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland

Languages

English