Jamil Lawrence
Practical, compassionate support for anxiety, addiction, and relationships
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About
Jamil Lawrence is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10 years of experience supporting people who want practical, compassionate help navigating life’s stressors and building steadier coping skills. He works with concerns such as stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, and sleep difficulties, and he brings a steady focus on helping clients feel more prepared, supported, and empowered as they move toward their goals.
His training includes a national certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for substance use disorders, a structured approach that helps people notice unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and practice healthier alternatives. He also has advanced training in the Safety Planning Intervention (ASPI), which strengthens work around safety planning and creating clear, actionable steps for difficult moments.
Based in New Jersey, Jamil offers services as a clinically licensed provider in that state. For individuals located outside of New Jersey or internationally, services are available in a non-clinical capacity, such as problem solving, life coaching, and feedback.
His training includes a national certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for substance use disorders, a structured approach that helps people notice unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and practice healthier alternatives. He also has advanced training in the Safety Planning Intervention (ASPI), which strengthens work around safety planning and creating clear, actionable steps for difficult moments.
Based in New Jersey, Jamil offers services as a clinically licensed provider in that state. For individuals located outside of New Jersey or internationally, services are available in a non-clinical capacity, such as problem solving, life coaching, and feedback.
- Location:
- New Jersey, United States
- Years Experience:
- 10
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Sleeping disorders, Coaching
Other areas of experience: Blended family issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Traumatic brain injury, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LCSW 089486, NJ LCSW 44SC06167600
- NPI Number: 1821532698
- License: LCSW (New Jersey), LCSW (New York)
Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well to Online Sessions
Jamil Lawrence draws from practical, skills-based approaches that can be effective in an online format for concerns like stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, and sleep-related challenges.Client-Centered Therapy keeps sessions grounded in the client’s perspective, priorities, and pace. It emphasizes a supportive relationship where clients can clarify what they want, strengthen self-trust, and feel more capable of making changes that fit their lives. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, then practicing new responses that better support day-to-day goals. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds concrete skills for managing intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving communication in relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Jamil works collaboratively with clients to identify what feels most helpful, adjusting strategies based on goals, preferences, and what is working in real time.
Online therapy also offers flexibility. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into busy schedules and continue building momentum between sessions.
How much experience does Jamil Lawrence have?
Jamil Lawrence has 10 years of experience providing mental health support.
Is Jamil Lawrence a licensed therapist?
Yes. Jamil Lawrence is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). He is licensed in New York (NY LCSW 089486) and New Jersey (NJ LCSW 44SC06167600).
In which languages does Jamil Lawrence provide therapy?
Jamil Lawrence provides therapy in English.
Where is Jamil Lawrence located?
Jamil Lawrence is located in New Jersey.
How can I work with Jamil Lawrence as my therapist?
You can work with Jamil Lawrence through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Jamil Lawrence work with international clients?
No. Jamil Lawrence does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jamil Lawrence cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.