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Jillian Velekkakan

Therapist(she/her)
8 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Depression
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Welcome! Taking the first steps towards finding a therapist you "click" with can be intimidating so I give you so much credit for getting this far.

My approach to therapy

I feel honored to work with my clients because I know how hard it can be to open up about personal things. I believe in the healing power of a strong therapeutic relationship, a relationship where you feel truly "seen" and understood.


I like to think of a therapist's role as a supportive, steady companion who walks next to you on your path instead of leading you somewhere. While I certainly do not have all the answers, I do have some skills and experience that might be helpful along the way.

What you can expect from me

Part of what I love about being a therapist is hearing people's rich stories of not only heartache and struggle, but resilience and healing. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe enough to talk about those deeply personal experiences.


Initially, I will gather information about your history and current needs to see if we are a good fit to work together. It's also a time for you to see if we "click" and to clarify your therapy goals. Over time, we will work together towards those goals.

About me

  • I identify as
    Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Humorous, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at The Greater Rochester Collaborative MSW Program
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based, Schema, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    2755 Buffalo Road Suite 2A
    Rochester, NY 14624