Jessica Willis
Steady, evidence-based support for lasting change
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About
Jessica Willis is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Mississippi with 23 years of experience helping people navigate difficult seasons of life with care and steadiness. Her work emphasizes a welcoming, non-judgmental environment where clients can slow down, name what they are feeling, and begin shaping practical next steps toward growth and relief.
She supports individuals facing a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, and challenges in relationships and family life. Jessica also works with concerns such as self-esteem, anger, parenting stress, intimacy-related issues, sleep and eating difficulties, career pressure, bipolar disorder, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and coping with major life changes.
Jessica approaches therapy with respect for each person’s story and pace. Drawing from evidence-based methods, she helps clients strengthen resilience, improve self-understanding, and develop healthier patterns of thinking, coping, and relating. Whether someone is feeling overwhelmed by workplace stress, stuck in painful relationship dynamics, or seeking meaningful personal change, her goal is to offer thoughtful guidance grounded in empathy and professional experience.
She believes lasting change is most possible when therapy builds on existing strengths while making space for honest reflection. Jessica aims to provide individualized support that helps clients move toward greater emotional balance and a more fulfilling life.
She supports individuals facing a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, and challenges in relationships and family life. Jessica also works with concerns such as self-esteem, anger, parenting stress, intimacy-related issues, sleep and eating difficulties, career pressure, bipolar disorder, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and coping with major life changes.
Jessica approaches therapy with respect for each person’s story and pace. Drawing from evidence-based methods, she helps clients strengthen resilience, improve self-understanding, and develop healthier patterns of thinking, coping, and relating. Whether someone is feeling overwhelmed by workplace stress, stuck in painful relationship dynamics, or seeking meaningful personal change, her goal is to offer thoughtful guidance grounded in empathy and professional experience.
She believes lasting change is most possible when therapy builds on existing strengths while making space for honest reflection. Jessica aims to provide individualized support that helps clients move toward greater emotional balance and a more fulfilling life.
- Location:
- Mississippi, United States
- Years Experience:
- 23
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Somatization, Visually impaired, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MS LPC 0997
- NPI Number: 1134725302
- License: LPC (Mississippi)
Evidence-Based Therapy Approaches That Fit Online Life
Jessica Willis draws from well-established approaches that translate effectively to online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and building practical skills to respond differently, which can be especially useful for concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, and everyday coping challenges.She also integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps clients make room for difficult emotions while reconnecting with values and taking meaningful steps forward. ACT can be helpful when someone feels stuck, overwhelmed by worry, or caught in cycles of avoidance. Attachment-Based Therapy may be incorporated when relationship and family patterns are central, supporting clients in understanding how earlier experiences can shape connection, trust, and communication in the present.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jessica collaborates with each client to clarify goals, respect preferences, and choose strategies that feel realistic and supportive, adjusting over time as needs change.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This variety can make it easier to keep care consistent, fit sessions into busy schedules, and get support in the format that feels most comfortable from week to week.
How much experience does Jessica Willis have?
Jessica Willis has 23 years of experience providing therapy and supporting clients through a wide range of life challenges.
Is Jessica Willis a licensed therapist?
Yes. Jessica Willis is licensed as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor). Her Mississippi license number is MS LPC 0997.
In which languages does Jessica Willis provide therapy?
Jessica Willis provides therapy in English.
Where is Jessica Willis located?
Jessica Willis is located in Mississippi.
How can I work with Jessica Willis as my therapist?
You can work with Jessica Willis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what feels most comfortable and what is available.
Does Jessica Willis work with international clients?
No. Jessica Willis does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jessica Willis cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like 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 pricing and 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 to help 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.