- Years in practice
- 25
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Texas, New York, New Mexico
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Family conflicts
About Jennifer
Jennifer Kempner is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting concerns, grief, and changes in mood. She brings 25 years of experience to conversations about coping, self-esteem, anger, sleep, and life purpose. Jennifer writes and speaks plainly so parents can find practical steps during hard moments.
Her style centers on listening first. Sessions begin with a discussion of what brought someone in and what they hope to change.
Background and approach
Together she and the client set short-term and longer-term goals that feel realistic and measurable. Jennifer uses several evidence-based methods to match a person's needs. She draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, client-centered techniques, and solution-focused strategies.
She explains tools in everyday language and practices them in-session so clients can try them between meetings. As a licensed clinical social worker in New Mexico and Texas who is based in New York, she combines practical problem solving with emotional support. Parents often appreciate the focus on clear steps and small experiments that make daily life more manageable.
Jennifer also addresses deeper themes such as forgiveness, self-love, and life purpose when those come up. Her approach aims to help people feel understood while learning skills they can use. She favors straightforward, respectful conversation and collaborative planning tailored to each person's situation.
What Jennifer works with
Everything Jennifer lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Jennifer helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Depression
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Forgiveness
- Life purpose
- Self-love
Approaches Jennifer lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that translate well to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and then choose actions that match their values. It is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical tools to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through exercises and homework. It can help with depression, sleep problems, and anxiety. Client-centered Therapy focuses on showing understanding and respect while the client leads the pace and topics of sessions, which can support healing around relationships and self-esteem.Jennifer views choosing an approach as a collaborative process. She will discuss your goals, try methods that fit your needs, and adjust the plan if something is not working. The therapeutic approach is decided together and can combine techniques from different methods to suit your priorities.
Online sessions offer flexibility for busy schedules. Video calls let you practice skills together while seeing body language. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when you need a shorter check-in. Live chat or text-based messaging lets you send updates or use brief coaching between sessions. These options help people fit therapy into work, childcare, and other daily demands while working on the goals discussed in therapy.
Questions people ask about Jennifer
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, anger, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and LGBTQ related issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is client-centered and practical. She listens first, then works collaboratively to set short-term and longer-term goals and practices tools during sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist working in varied settings with adults and others over her career.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the credential LCSW and is licensed in New Mexico and Texas, while practicing from New York.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions may be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.
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