Jessica Preston, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.97

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“I was nervous, since this being my real first time speaking with a therapist. I was anxious I would cry too much or trauma dump too much but Jessica was so calm and non-judgmental. I felt safe.”

Initials hiddenJanuary 21, 2026Video visit

About Jessica Preston

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Compassion Focused

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Jessica Preston

Jessica Preston, LCSW is dedicated to providing compassionate and professional mental health services. She offers a safe and welcoming environment where you can feel comfortable expressing your thoughts and emotions. Her integrative approach, draws from a range of evidence-based modalities tailored to meet your unique needs. Whether it's cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness techniques, or solution-focused brief therapy, she's committed to using the most appropriate strategies to help overcome challenges, gain insight, and achieve results.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

After you request your appointment, you will be sent an invite link for Brightside Health. You will need to enter your insurance and payment information to confirm your appointment.During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed. You will also be able message me directly at anytime via the messaging section of your Brightside Health portal - a tool where will also track your progress, access resources, and see your treatment plan details.

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Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

Education and training

California State University, Stanislaus, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1649727066

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.97

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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I was nervous, since this being my real first time speaking with a therapist. I was anxious I would cry too much or trauma dump too much but Jessica was so calm and non-judgmental. I felt safe.

January 21, 2026Initials hiddenVideo visit

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Jessica Preston?

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

Is Jessica Preston accepting new patients?

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

Does Jessica Preston accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Jessica Preston online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Jessica Preston using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Jessica Preston work with?

Jessica Preston works with Brightside Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Jessica Preston?

Jessica Preston frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Jessica Preston on their profile.

What languages does Jessica Preston speak?

Jessica Preston speaks English.

How do patients rate Jessica Preston in reviews?

32 patients have reviewed Jessica Preston. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.97/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.