Jenna Lapointe, LCSW, LICSW - Therapist in West Virginia

About Jenna

Jenna Lapointe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who combines a client-centered stance with evidence-informed methods. She emphasizes understanding feelings and behaviors, then practicing new ways to meet the same needs. Jenna offers direct, down-to-earth support for people worried about anxiety, phobias, stress, trauma, depression, and related struggles.

She focuses on making sense of thoughts and bodily reactions. Jenna helps people notice what their reactions are trying to do for them.

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Background and approach

From there she teaches practical skills to respond differently in daily life. Sessions aim to be clear and actionable rather than abstract. Her approach draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness techniques, EMDR, and a client-centered orientation.

Jenna selects methods based on the changes each person wants to make. She often blends talking, mindful noticing, and behavioral practice so people can test what works between sessions. Jenna has provided outpatient mental health therapy for 13 years.

She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Washington College and a Master of Social Work from West Virginia University. Her clinical credentials include LCSW and LICSW and she practices in West Virginia. People commonly seek her help for anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship and family strains, sleep and eating difficulties, addiction concerns, attention challenges, grief, and coping with life changes.

Jenna aims to meet clients where they are and build realistic steps toward steadier functioning and less distress.

How Jenna’s approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking small steps toward them. Online ACT sessions often include short exercises and at-home practice to build habits that fit daily life.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-world experiments. In virtual sessions, CBT uses worksheets, behavioral experiments, and structured skill practice that can be done between meetings.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a method for processing distress tied to memories and sensations. When offered online, the therapist guides bilateral stimulation and memory work while coaching clients through emotional and body-based responses.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and responses to initial techniques, then adjust the plan together. This helps ensure methods feel useful and manageable for day-to-day life.

Online formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make therapy easier to fit into busy schedules. Video is useful for in-depth skill practice and EMDR guidance, phone works well for check-ins or lower-bandwidth needs, and messaging allows quick reflections or ongoing coaching between sessions. These options give flexibility while keeping the clinical work focused on skills, coping, and real change.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Jenna commonly address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and self-esteem issues. Other focuses include phobias, addictions, sleep and eating problems, and relationship or family difficulties.

What style of therapy does she use?

Jenna uses a client-centered, collaborative approach that mixes practical techniques with mindful awareness. She draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness methods to match each person’s goals.

How much experience does she have?

She has provided outpatient mental health therapy for 13 years. That experience includes working with a wide range of concerns and trying different evidence-informed methods.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices in West Virginia. Her academic background includes a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a Master of Social Work.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How does the cost and starting process work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on availability.

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Experience: 13 years
Licensed: West Virginia, Illinois
Languages: English

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