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Online therapist

Jennifer Breneisen

Compassionate, practical support for everyday parenting challenges

Credentials
LICSW
Experience
17 years
Licensed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Jennifer

Jennifer Breneisen is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts. She brings 17 years of experience helping people manage stress and anxiety. She also supports parents and people dealing with changes in motivation, self esteem, or confidence.

Jennifer centers sessions on the person's strengths. She treats each individual as the expert on their own life and works collaboratively to set achievable goals. Her approach is down-to-earth and focused on practical steps that fit day-to-day life.

Background and approach

Over her career she has guided people through transitions and helped them build coping strategies. She offers coaching-style support for social and relationship challenges, alongside traditional therapy work. This can include learning new communication habits and boosting confidence.

She also pays attention to caregiver stress and to needs related to autism and Asperger Syndrome. Women's issues are part of her practice focus, and she tailors sessions to the concerns people bring. Sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.

The format can be chosen based on what fits a person's schedule and preference. To begin, a prospective client completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules sessions according to availability.

Therapeutic approaches that fit busy lives

Jennifer uses evidence-based techniques that focus on practical change and skill-building. One common approach is short-term coaching-style work that targets motivation, confidence, and communication skills; this helps people set clear goals and try new behaviors between sessions. Another approach emphasizes coping skills for stress and anxiety, teaching simple tools to manage overwhelming moments and to respond differently to daily pressures.

Finding the right method is part of the work together. She collaborates with each person to choose approaches that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. That partnership means the plan can shift as progress is made or as priorities change.

Online formats make it easier to keep therapy consistent. Video calls let people have face-to-face conversations from home, while phone sessions work well when video is not convenient. Live chat and text-based messaging support brief check-ins, questions between sessions, or an alternative when talking feels hard. These options help people fit therapy into busy family and work routines while maintaining continuity of care.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, self esteem, motivation, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include autism and Asperger Syndrome, caregiver stress, communication problems, and women's issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her work is collaborative and strengths-based, combining practical coaching with therapy. Sessions focus on small, actionable steps people can use in daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has 17 years of clinical experience working with the concerns listed in her profile.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She practices in Massachusetts and holds the credential MA LICSW LICSW115770 as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different schedules and preferences.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
17 years
Licensed
Massachusetts
Languages
English

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