Jenny Desantis
Licensed social worker supporting recovery, relationships, and trauma
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About
Jenny Desantis is a licensed clinical social worker in New Jersey with seven years of focused practice addressing addiction, relationship strain, family conflict, and trauma. She centers her work on helping people navigate significant life transitions and the practical challenges that accompany recovery and healing. Her approach emphasizes attentive listening and collaborative goal setting tailored to each person’s circumstances and strengths.
Drawing on trauma-informed practices, Jenny supports exploration of past experiences alongside development of concrete coping strategies for present-day challenges. She aims to help individuals build resilience and identify patterns that interfere with wellbeing, while fostering safer ways to relate within families and intimate partnerships.
Jenny offers care that intends to respect each person’s identity and lived experience. She frames the therapeutic process as a partnership, combining professional expertise with empathetic support to help people move toward clearer choices and more sustainable routines during periods of change.
Drawing on trauma-informed practices, Jenny supports exploration of past experiences alongside development of concrete coping strategies for present-day challenges. She aims to help individuals build resilience and identify patterns that interfere with wellbeing, while fostering safer ways to relate within families and intimate partnerships.
Jenny offers care that intends to respect each person’s identity and lived experience. She frames the therapeutic process as a partnership, combining professional expertise with empathetic support to help people move toward clearer choices and more sustainable routines during periods of change.
- Location:
- New Jersey, United States
- Years Experience:
- 7
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Coping with life changes
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LCSW 100504, NJ LCSW 44SC06568800
- NPI Number: 1689335218
- License: LCSW (New Jersey), LCSW (New York)
Remote care and therapeutic focus
Jenny provides online sessions designed to support people working through addiction recovery, family and relationship difficulties, trauma, and life transitions. She uses trauma-informed practices to create a framework that acknowledges the impact of past stressors while focusing on present coping capacities. These practices guide exploration of how experiences affect current patterns and relationships.In addition to trauma-informed work, Jenny emphasizes practical coping strategies that help individuals manage day-to-day challenges and respond to change with greater confidence. This includes collaborative identification of goals, development of routines, and building skills to navigate interpersonal conflicts in family or partner relationships.
Online care is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow for ongoing communication and flexibility in how people engage with the therapeutic process. Jenny and the person seeking support can discuss which format best fits their needs and goals.
How long has Jenny been practicing?
She has seven years of experience as a licensed clinician working with issues such as addictions, relationships, family concerns, and trauma.
What are her professional credentials?
Jenny Desantis holds the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, LCSW. License details include NY LCSW 100504 and NJ LCSW 44SC06568800.
What languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English, as indicated on the profile.
Where is she based?
Jenny is licensed and practices in New Jersey.
How can you work with her remotely?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as ways to communicate and engage in therapy.
Does she accept international clients?
The profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
What does it cost to work with her?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do you get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire provided to connect with her.