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Jesenia Rios-Gibson

Therapist
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Family therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Welcome — I’m Jesenia, a faith-centered, trauma-informed therapist dedicated to helping women, couples, and individuals find emotional healing, clarity, and peace. My approach is warm, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that true transformation happens when we feel safe, supported, and seen. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, life transitions, spiritual struggles, and emotional overwhelm. Whether you are feeling stuck, disconnected, or carrying burdens you’ve never spoken aloud, therapy can be the place where you finally exhale.

My approach to therapy

My style is gentle but honest, supportive yet empowering. Clients often describe me as someone who brings both calm and clarity — someone who helps them process deeply while also guiding them toward growth, boundaries, identity, and healing. I integrate faith (when desired), evidence-based counseling techniques, and a grounded, nurturing presence.

What you can expect from me

My focus is to create a safe space where you can heal at your own pace, reconnect with who you are, and move forward with renewed strength. My goal is not only to help you manage the challenges you’re facing today, but to equip you with tools that create long-term emotional resilience and spiritual restoration.

If you are ready to begin your healing journey — or even if you’re just considering taking that first step — I’m here to walk with you. You don’t have to do this alone. You deserve a place to heal, grow, and be restored.

About me

  • I identify as
    Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Boston University School of Social Work, Bachelor of Science at The College of Saint Rose
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Anger management, Maternal mental health
  • Therapy methods
    Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Care types
    Family therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Spanish