- Years in practice
- 15
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Georgia
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Parenting issues
- Focus
- Anger management
About Jessica
Jessica Chester is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps people facing stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. She writes in a direct and practical way so parents can find usable tools quickly. Her style is calm and focused on real-life changes that fit busy schedules.
She draws on 15 years of experience to help people build better routines and clearer communication. Sessions often include simple skills for managing strong emotions and reducing panic.
Background and approach
She also helps people repair relationships and carry less guilt and shame day to day. Jessica uses approaches that teach practical coping skills. She and the client set small, achievable goals and track progress over time.
She emphasizes techniques that can be used between sessions so change feels steady, not sudden. Her work includes addressing workplace stress and young adult transitions, along with family and parenting concerns from an individual perspective. She helps people sort through commitment questions, communication problems, and life changes like separation or divorce.
People who prefer straightforward, skill-based sessions tend to do well with her approach. She combines problem-solving with mindfulness and emotional regulation strategies. The aim is clearer thinking, fewer reactive moments, and skills that fit daily life.
What Jessica works with
Everything Jessica lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Jessica helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Jessica lists
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that translate to online work
Jessica blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy into clear, practical steps. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and changing them into more helpful ones, which helps with anxiety, panic, and low mood. DBT emphasizes skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships, which can be useful for anger, impulsivity, and self-harm urges.Finding the right approach is a joint project. Jessica works with each person to test methods and adjust them based on needs, goals, and preferences. She checks in regularly and shifts techniques when something is not working, so progress builds from what the client finds most useful.
Online formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls let people use nonverbal cues and practice skills together. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging offer flexible, between-session support and quick skill refreshers without scheduling a full call.
Questions people ask about Jessica
What concerns does she commonly address?
Jessica works with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem issues, and depression. She also focuses on communication problems, workplace issues, and young adult concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on skill-building, emotional regulation, and doable steps clients can use between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She brings 15 years of professional experience to her work. That background informs a straightforward approach to common life stressors and transitions.
What credentials and region are listed?
She holds the LPC credential, listed as GA LPC, and practices in Georgia.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options let clients choose what fits their routine best.
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.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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