Connie Jenks , LPC

Connie Jenks is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with 19 years of experience helping people navigate trauma, abuse, grief, motivation challenges, and mood disorders. She focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly and explored together.

Connie describes the first step of seeking therapy as a brave choice and approaches each person with empathy and steady support. As an LPC - a state-issued credential to practice professional counseling - she combines clinical knowledge with a respectful, collaborative stance to help clients move toward improved wellbeing. She walks alongside individuals as they work through difficult experiences and build new strategies for coping and growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Connie Jenks draws from several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration, helping clients feel heard and supported while they identify goals and make personal choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for mood disorders, motivation concerns, and coping with everyday challenges. Trauma-Focused Therapy provides structured ways to process traumatic experiences and build safety and coping skills for those affected by abuse or post-traumatic stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Connie works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with a licensed professional. Sessions can take place by video call, by phone, through live chat, or via text-based messaging, allowing people to connect in ways that fit their schedules and comfort levels. This variety of options makes it easier to maintain consistency in care and to receive support from wherever clients are located.