About

Jessica Barrera-Morales, LCSW-R, is a licensed clinician based in New York with 26 years of experience. Her practice centers on addressing stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflict, grief, and parenting concerns. She also works with issues related to abandonment and attachment, mood disorders, social anxiety, and challenges tied to substance use and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder.

She brings a multicultural perspective to clinical work and attends to immigration-related concerns, workplace dynamics, and life transitions for young adults. Her areas of additional focus include caregiver stress, cancer-related adjustment, pregnancy and postpartum concerns, and the emotional work of forgiveness, guilt, and shame. Her process emphasizes clear communication and exploration of life purpose.

Her stated orientation integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies, humanistic principles, and psychodynamic exploration. She tailors conversation and treatment plans to the specific needs each person describes, aiming to create a thoughtful and person-centered clinical space for navigating complex life challenges.
Location:
New York, United States
Years Experience:
26
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
Therapist of Color:
Yes
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Cancer, Communication problems, Forgiveness, Immigration issues, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: NY LCSW-R 070157
  • NPI Number: 1982711669
  • License: LCSW-R (New York)

Remote sessions that reflect combined therapeutic approaches

Jessica Barrera-Morales offers online options that draw on cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic approaches. Cognitive-behavioral techniques focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical strategies to respond differently to stress and anxiety. Humanistic methods emphasize the person’s perspective and strengths, creating space for exploration of values, life purpose, and meaning. Psychodynamic exploration attends to patterns rooted in attachment and early relationships to better understand recurring emotional responses.

These perspectives are used together to match what a person brings to the session. Work is presented as collaborative: goals, pacing, and methods are discussed and adjusted based on the individual’s needs and preferences. Remote sessions are available by video calls and phone sessions, and ongoing contact can be maintained through live chat or text-based messaging as part of the selected service format. This mix of approaches and communication options supports varied ways of engaging in therapy from a distance.

What is Jessica Barrera-Morales’s clinical background?

She has 26 years of clinical experience working with stress, anxiety, addictions, family issues, grief, and parenting concerns.

What credentials does she hold?

She is credentialed as LCSW-R and holds a New York license listed as NY LCSW-R 070157.

Which languages does she speak?

She provides services in English and Spanish.

Where is she located?

Her practice is based in New York.

How can people work with her remotely?

Remote options include video calls and phone sessions, and there is also access via live chat or text-based messaging.

Does she accept international clients?

No. She does not accept international clients.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started?

To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to connect with her services.