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Jeannette Mendez

Therapist
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Women's issues
  • Family therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a bilingual licensed independent clinical social worker (English/Spanish) with over 10 years of experience supporting youth, parents, and adults in building healthier relationships and improving emotional well-being. My specialties include anxiety, depression, behavior challenges, and strengthening parent-child connections, drawing from both my professional training and my own cultural and life experiences. I strive to create a welcoming, understanding space where every person feels seen, heard, and supported in their journey toward growth.

My approach to therapy

My approach is collaborative, compassionate and tailored to your unique needs. I combine evidence-based-strategies-such as cognitive behavioral techniques , solution-focused work, and strength-based interventions-with a deep respect for your lived experiences and cultural background. Whether I’m working with a child, a parent, or an adult, I focus on building trust, fostering self-awareness, and helping you develop skills that support long-term growth and well-being.

What you can expect from me

In our sessions, you can expect a safe, judgement -free space where your voice matters. We’ll work together to understand your challenges, build on your strengths, and create practical strategies you can use in everyday life. My goal is for you to leave each session feeling heard, supported, and equipped with tools to manage your emotions, improve relationships, and move toward the changes you want to see.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Hispanic, Latinx, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Open Minded, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Simmons College
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Rhode Island)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Rhode Island, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Point32 Healthcare, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, OCD, Stress management, Panic disorders, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Trauma Focused CBT, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Structural Family, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
  • Care types
    Family therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Children, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English, Spanish