Dr. Jeanni Simpson, PhD, LCSW - C, LCSW, MD

About Dr. Jeanni Simpson

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Groups

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Christian Counseling

Culturally Sensitive

Coaching

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Jeanni Simpson

Dr. J. Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Evolve Therapy & Wellness. She provides virtual therapy for adults seeking support with anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and life transitions. Her work focuses on helping high-functioning individuals better manage stress, strengthen emotional awareness, and build healthier relationship patterns. Known for her calm, practical, and compassionate style, Dr. J. Nicole integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment-based approaches, and emotional regulation strategies to support meaningful and sustainable change. Sessions are collaborative and focused on helping clients feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally balanced while navigating the demands of daily life.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Clients often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, mentally exhausted, or unsure where to begin. You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting. My role is to provide a structured, supportive space where you can slow down, gain clarity, and work through what’s weighing on you without judgment. I work best with high-functioning adults who are used to being strong for others but are ready to prioritize their own emotional wellness. Many clients are navigating anxiety, relationship stress, burnout, or life transitions while still managing careers, family, and daily responsibilities. My style is warm, practical, and insight-oriented. I balance emotional support with actionable tools that help you better understand patterns, improve communication, strengthen boundaries, and feel more grounded in your day-to-day life. Therapy is collaborative and focused on helping you experience real, sustainable change, not just temporary relief.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Our first sessions focus on understanding what brings you to therapy, your current stressors, and what you hope will feel different in your life. From there, we create clear goals and a plan that supports both emotional insight and practical progress. Sessions are conversational but structured. We explore patterns contributing to anxiety, low mood, relationship stress, and other presenting issues while also developing tools to improve emotional regulation, communication, and decision-making. Many clients find that they begin to feel more clear, steady, and confident as we work together. My approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment-based work, and emotional regulation strategies. This allows us to address both immediate concerns and the deeper patterns that influence how you relate to yourself and others. The goal is meaningful, lasting change that supports both emotional wellness and everyday functioning.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Marriage Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Anxiety

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Marriage Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Evolve Therapy & Wellness

Education and training

Howard University, PhD in Social Work
Howard University, Master's in Clinical Social Work

NPI number

1902475577

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Jeanni Simpson?

Generally, Dr. Jeanni Simpson has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Simpson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Jeanni Simpson accepting new patients?

Dr. Jeanni Simpson generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Simpson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Jeanni Simpson online?

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What practice does Dr. Jeanni Simpson work with?

Dr. Jeanni Simpson works with Evolve Therapy & Wellness.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jeanni Simpson?

Dr. Jeanni Simpson frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jeanni Simpson on their profile.