Jacqueline Sabella

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. I have experience working with children, families, and individuals within the incarcerated population, which has shaped a flexible and compassionate approach to care across a wide range of needs and life experiences. My therapeutic style is collaborative, supportive, and goal oriented. I utilize a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy, along with creative and engaging, developmentally appropriate activities when working with children. I focus on helping clients better understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while also building practical skills to support positive change. I strive to create a safe, respectful environment where clients feel comfortable exploring challenges, strengthening their sense of self, and working toward meaningful, lasting progress.

My approach to therapy is collaborative, strengths based, and tailored to the individual needs of each client. I focus on creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood, while also being gently challenged to grow. I incorporate developmentally appropriate, evidence informed strategies to help clients build insight into how their thoughts, emotions, and past experiences influence their current functioning. I place a strong emphasis on improving communication, emotional regulation, and problem solving skills, while reinforcing resilience, self confidence, and a sense of personal agency. I work closely with families and other supports when appropriate, and strive to make therapy both meaningful and practical so clients can apply what they learn to their everyday lives.

In your first session, you can expect a supportive, relaxed, and non judgmental environment where we focus on getting to know you. We will talk about what brought you to therapy, any current concerns, and what you hope to gain from our work together. I may ask questions about your background, relationships, and day to day experiences to better understand the full picture, but you are always free to share at your own pace. We will also begin to identify goals and discuss how therapy can best support you. If you are a parent or bringing a child, part of the session may include gathering information from you as well. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, heard, and respected, while starting to build a strong, collaborative foundation for future sessions.