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Jessalyn Wininger, LPC

Missouri LPC focused on trauma and LGBT care
  • Trauma informed
  • LGBTQ affirming
  • Strengths focused

About Jessalyn Wininger

Jessalyn Wininger is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with 4 years of professional experience. She focuses on supporting people through LGBT-related concerns, trauma and abuse, anger management, motivation challenges, self-esteem and confidence issues, and a range of mood and relationship difficulties. She approaches care from a strengths-based perspective, honoring the belief that each person understands their own story and already carries resources that can help them move toward change.

Jessalyn combines practical, skills-based methods with trauma-informed and attachment-aware work, drawing on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. This blend allows her to tailor sessions to the needs and goals of the individual or family. She emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and empowerment as people take the often-difficult first steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jessalyn Wininger have?

Jessalyn Wininger has 4 years of professional experience.

Is Jessalyn Wininger a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are MO LPC 2020029061.

In which languages does Jessalyn Wininger provide therapy?

Jessalyn provides therapy in English.

Where is Jessalyn Wininger located?

She is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Jessalyn Wininger as my therapist?

You can work with Jessalyn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jessalyn Wininger work with international clients?

Jessalyn Wininger does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jessalyn Wininger cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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One clear advantage is flexibility - individuals can choose the format that feels most comfortable, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility often makes it easier to keep regular appointments and practice skills between sessions. Each therapist is a licensed professional, and if someone feels another approach or fit would work better, they generally have the option to switch therapists at any time.

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