Jessica Ortega, LCSW

Jessica Ortega, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
Hi there, I'm Jessica! As a psychotherapist, I believe in caring for your mental health is an essential part of living a balanced and fulfilling life. Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and I want to warmly acknowledge the strength it takes to take that first step—you’re not alone in this process. My focus I specialize in supporting child, teens and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, emotional regulation, and life transitions. I provide a safe, supportive, and culturally sensitive space where clients can feel heard, understand their emotions, build healthy coping skills, and develop greater confidence within. My approach Everyone's experience is unique and deserves a personalized, developmentally appropriate approach to care. If we choose to work together, we’ll collaborate as partners in the therapeutic process, working toward goals that feel meaningful and relevant to you. Creating a space where you feel safe, respected, and able to express yourself openly. My communication style My communication style is warm, open, and collaborative. I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest and expressing yourself without judgment. I listen with empathy, provide thoughtful feedback, and encourage open communication throughout treatment. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels supportive and manageable. My journey to mental healthcare I was drawn to social work because I wanted to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Supporting teens, young adults, and families through challenging moments has been both rewarding and inspiring. Becoming a therapist allowed me to combine my passion for helping others with my belief that everyone deserves a safe space to heal. My goals for you I work collaboratively with clients to identify meaningful goals and create realistic steps toward change.
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About Jessica Ortega

Focus areas

Anger Management
Behavioral Therapy
Stress Management
Anxiety
Depression
Work-Related Counseling
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Attachment-based
EMDR
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Jessica Ortega

Hi there, I'm Jessica! As a psychotherapist, I believe in caring for your mental health is an essential part of living a balanced and fulfilling life. Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and I want to warmly acknowledge the strength it takes to take that first step—you’re not alone in this process. My focus I specialize in supporting child, teens and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, emotional regulation, and life transitions. I provide a safe, supportive, and culturally sensitive space where clients can feel heard, understand their emotions, build healthy coping skills, and develop greater confidence within. My approach Everyone's experience is unique and deserves a personalized, developmentally appropriate approach to care. If we choose to work together, we’ll collaborate as partners in the therapeutic process, working toward goals that feel meaningful and relevant to you. Creating a space where you feel safe, respected, and able to express yourself openly. My communication style My communication style is warm, open, and collaborative. I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest and expressing yourself without judgment. I listen with empathy, provide thoughtful feedback, and encourage open communication throughout treatment. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels supportive and manageable. My journey to mental healthcare I was drawn to social work because I wanted to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Supporting teens, young adults, and families through challenging moments has been both rewarding and inspiring. Becoming a therapist allowed me to combine my passion for helping others with my belief that everyone deserves a safe space to heal. My goals for you I work collaboratively with clients to identify meaningful goals and create realistic steps toward change.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Postpartum Depression
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • California State University, Monterey Bay, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1689033276

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Jessica Ortega frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Jessica Ortega on their profile.

What languages does Jessica Ortega speak?

Jessica Ortega speaks English and Spanish.

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