About Jessica

Jessica Elder, LCSW is a therapist and social worker with 24 years of experience. Jessica received specialized training in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, child development, and play therapy while practicing as a social worker and therapist. Jessica obtained a degree in psychology at the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s degree in social work at Columbia University. Jessica attended a 5-year post-graduate training program at the Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research in NYC and earned a certificate in child and adolescent psychotherapy. In addition to practicing as a therapist, Jessica works at Children's Brain Tumor Foundation as the program developer and manager of grief support programs. Jessica is the author of a successful published children's book, My Milk Will Go, Our Love Will Grow (a book to support mothers and toddlers through the weaning process).

Jessica Elder

Therapist - 24 Years Experience - In Person & Virtual

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Credentials & Details

License: Arizona LCSW-21395

Sessions: In-person + Virtual

Languages: English

Role: Therapist

Children

Anxiety, grief, ADHD, life transitions (Play Therapy Available)

Who I Help

Teens

Anxiety, grief, ADHD, life transitions

Adults

Grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting support, life transitions

Focus Areas

Grief - Anxiety - Depression - Trauma - ADHD - Parenting Support - Life Transitions

Therapy Modalities

CBT
EMDR
Psychoanalysis
IFS
Somatic
Play Therapy (children)

Style & Approach

Warm, reflective, and focused on helping clients feel comfortable. Blends insight and reflection with education and evidence-based strategies clients can practice in sessions and at home

What to Expect:

What do the first 4-6 Sessions look like?

Includes assessment of the presenting issue and the client's background. I will also provide support around any challenges presented, using the therapeutic modalities that will be most effective. The client will receive education and information they want to help them understand their challenges. Therapeutic goals will be established and the client and therapist will determine a plan for making progress.

What does progress look like?

Progress might mean something different for each client. It might look like elevated mood, decreased anxiety, increased motivation, increased understanding, and increased hope. Goal progress will be unique to the client's objectives and goals.