Jessica Gentry, LPC
Trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor
- Strengths-based approach
- EMDR and CBT
- Adults couples families
About Jessica Gentry
Jessica Gentry is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas with 12 years of experience in the advocacy and mental health field. She works with adults, couples, and families, bringing a trauma-informed and holistic perspective that centers each person's strengths and lived experience. Jessica emphasizes empowering clients to identify practical goals and to make changes that support wellbeing, functioning, and personal satisfaction.
Her clinical approach blends evidence-based methods with relational focus, drawing on Attachment-Based and Client-Centered principles alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused techniques, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. This range allows her to tailor interventions to issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, grief, addiction, parenting and blended family challenges, intimacy and sexual concerns, ADHD, bipolar disorder, sleep difficulties, and career or life transitions.
Jessica has completed formal trainings and certifications that support her clinical work. She is a Trust-Based Relational Intervention - Certified Practitioner, is EMDR trained with certification pending, and holds Level One Trauma-Informed Care certification. Additional trainings include the Behavioral Health Consultant Academy with Cherokee Health Systems, ASIST suicide prevention, Cognitive Processing Therapy - trauma informed, coursework in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychopharmacology education, and Motivational Interviewing. These trainings inform a strengths-based, trauma-aware practice that seeks to meet clients where they are while fostering resilience and growth.
Her clinical approach blends evidence-based methods with relational focus, drawing on Attachment-Based and Client-Centered principles alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused techniques, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. This range allows her to tailor interventions to issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, grief, addiction, parenting and blended family challenges, intimacy and sexual concerns, ADHD, bipolar disorder, sleep difficulties, and career or life transitions.
Jessica has completed formal trainings and certifications that support her clinical work. She is a Trust-Based Relational Intervention - Certified Practitioner, is EMDR trained with certification pending, and holds Level One Trauma-Informed Care certification. Additional trainings include the Behavioral Health Consultant Academy with Cherokee Health Systems, ASIST suicide prevention, Cognitive Processing Therapy - trauma informed, coursework in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychopharmacology education, and Motivational Interviewing. These trainings inform a strengths-based, trauma-aware practice that seeks to meet clients where they are while fostering resilience and growth.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jessica Gentry have?
Jessica Gentry has 12 years of experience in the advocacy and mental health field.
Is Jessica Gentry a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: TX LPC 69489.
In which languages does Jessica Gentry provide therapy?
Jessica provides therapy in English.
Where is Jessica Gentry located?
Jessica is located in Texas.
How can I work with Jessica Gentry as my therapist?
You can work with Jessica Gentry through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jessica Gentry work with international clients?
Jessica Gentry does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jessica Gentry 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 with therapy 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
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