Jeseca Johnson, MS, Shorewood, IL | Psychotherapist

About Jeseca Johnson

Clientele seen

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Jeseca Johnson

Jeseca Johnson is a pre-licensed provider working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Whether you’re a teen trying to navigate school and identity, or an adult wrestling with ADD/ADHD, a career crossroads, or anxiety and low self-worth, the hardest part is often just walking through the door. Jeseca Johnson knows that hesitation isn’t a flaw – it’s human. Jeseca didn’t take a straight path to becoming a therapist, either. A psychology course in college first pointed her toward this work, but self-doubt and outside pressure kept her from pursuing it for years. Through her own journey of self-reflection and guidance from mentors, she learned to unlearn old, limiting beliefs – and found her way to the career she’d always been drawn toward. That journey shapes how she shows up for clients now. As she puts it: “My biggest strength is my approachability. This quality enables my clients and me to establish a relationship and a comfortable environment in therapy quicker than others.” Jeseca holds an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from National Louis University and works with teens and adults on ADD/ADHD, career development, life changes, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and stress management. Her approach blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness – never rushing clients past their own pace. She’s not in the business of handing out quick fixes. She’s here to build a space where you feel genuinely seen, so the real work – reframing old beliefs, managing stress, gaining clarity – can happen at a pace that actually fits your life. Outside of the therapy room, Jeseca keeps upward of 30 houseplants alive, loves to travel, and is happiest around animals. Her dream side-career would be a tropical horticulturist.

What should a new client know about working with you?

There's no rush to be an open book before you're ready - honesty in therapy helps your progress, but sharing happens on your terms, not a script. I also tend to pick up on more than what's said out loud, which shapes how I show up in session. My biggest strength is being intuitive, which benefits clients because sometimes it's hard to express ourselves, but I can read between the lines that there is more you are trying to convey. That means I know when to ask a question, when to sit in silence, and when to slow down around something that clearly needs more space.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Sessions start with building a foundation of trust, since that's what makes real collaboration on your goals possible. From there, the process flows to whatever the moment calls for - sometimes that's digging into a specific feeling, sometimes it's sitting in silence, and sometimes it's simply working through whatever has come up that day. I'm not here to hand you absolute solutions; I'm here to provide a comfortable, safe space where you're seen and heard as we explore what matters to you.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Boundary Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Boundary Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Office locations

Jeseca Johnson, MS also offers online video visits for patients

Counseling Works (1 of 2)

611 W Jefferson St, Ste 201, Shorewood, IL 60404

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Counseling Works (2 of 2)

1979 N Ml St, #105, Naperville, IL 60563

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Education and background

Practice names

Counseling Works

Education and training

National Louis University - Chicago Campus, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1730074428

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Jeseca Johnson?

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

Is Jeseca Johnson accepting new patients?

Jeseca Johnson generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Jeseca Johnson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Jeseca Johnson accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Jeseca Johnson online?

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What practice does Jeseca Johnson work with?

Jeseca Johnson works with Counseling Works.

Where is Jeseca Johnson's office located?

Jeseca Johnson has 3 office locations, including in Shorewood and Naperville, view full addresses on Jeseca Johnson's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Jeseca Johnson?

Jeseca Johnson frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Jeseca Johnson on their profile.