Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Mesa, AZ

Trained in EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing and mindfulness, I integrate mind/body work and neuroscience to support safety, embodiment and meaningful change. My practice is non-pathologizing, queer and neurodivergent affirming and body and collective liberation oriented.

My approach to therapy is shaped by a rich blend of professional training and lived experience. Over the past 10 years, I’ve supported clients while also integrating insights from my previous career and life journey, allowing me to meet people with empathy, understanding, and authenticity.

My name is Jess Jacupke, and I have been working as a therapist for 5 years. I am dedicated to supporting adults as they navigate the path back to themselves. My practice is built on the belief that everyone deserves a space where they can be truly seen and understood.

I have a Master’s in Counseling and specialized training in treating past painful events and trauma, as well as the anxiety, depression, dissociation, and substance use that often accompany that. I also work with a wide range of life challenges, including: healing from difficult relationships, anxiety and "system overload,” substance use issues, depression, chronic health issues, life transitions, and more.

My priority is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and supported. With over 40 years in healthcare—including service as a former Navy Nurse Corps Officer and retired military veteran—I bring values of resilience, trust, and teamwork into every therapeutic relationship. I view care as a partnership and work to empower you to take an active role in your mental health.

Clinical Focus & Services

I provide pharmacotherapy (medication management) motivational interviewing, and other therapeutic modalities. We can assess during the first meeting if your treatment requires additional therapeutic support. I will provide a referral to a licensed therapist to ensure you receive comprehensive care. My practice supports:

• ADHD (I am an ADHD Certified Clinical Support Provider)
• College students with focus/concentration concerns,school overload, or interrelationship difficulties
• OCD
• Anxiety & Stress
• Panic Disorder
• Social Anxiety Disorder
• Trauma
• Mild to Moderate Depression
• Interrelationship issues
• Smoking cessation
• Gambling addiction
• Shop lifting addiction
• Smoking Cessation
• Alcohol Addiction

Hi, I’m Nicole! Therapy with me is about real conversations, practical tools, and accountability. Clients often tell me they appreciate that I’m down-to-earth, supportive, and won’t let them slide. I bring a diverse background of both life and professional experience, allowing me to see multiple perspectives and help you navigate complex relationship dynamics.

Our sessions will begin at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I specialize in an integrative, holistic approach to depression, anxiety, trauma, and coping with life challenges. My therapeutic approach blends humanistic, mindfulness, somatic work, deep spiritual inquiry, CBT, and psychodynamic therapy, tailored to each client’s unique experiences.