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Jaleesha Saunders

Therapist(She, Her)
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Seeking support takes courage, and you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. As a Licensed Certified Social Worker–Clinical (LCSW-C), I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions, I will meet you with compassion and empathy every step of the way.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe that every individual is the expert on their own life, and my role is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where healing and growth can occur. I meet clients where they are, honoring their unique experiences, strengths, and personal goals. Every treatment plan is tailored to your individual needs, and when desired, I welcome incorporating faith and spirituality into the therapeutic process. My goal is to help you feel heard, empowered, and equipped with practical tools that promote lasting emotional wellness and meaningful change.

What you can expect from me

Your first therapy session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another in a comfortable, supportive, and judgment-free environment. My goal is to help you feel at ease while learning about what brings you to therapy and what you hope to accomplish. Together, we'll begin identifying goals that are meaningful to you and create a plan that fits your unique needs. My priority is to build a trusting relationship where you feel heard, respected, and supported as we work toward healing and personal growth.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Solution Oriented, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Morgan State University, Bachelor of Science at Bowie State University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical) (Maryland)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Play, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Bowen Family Systems, Gestalt, Strength-Based, Psychodynamic, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Structural Family, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English