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Jena Ourso

LCSW

Jena Ourso , LCSW

Therapist in Louisiana

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About Jena

Jena Ourso is a licensed clinical social worker in Louisiana with 11 years of professional experience helping people navigate a wide range of emotional and life challenges. As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Jena brings practical skills and a compassionate approach to work with stress, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, grief, ADHD, autism, substance use, codependency, and relationship concerns. They also support clients with LGBTQIA-related issues and challenges connected to BDSM and kink culture.

Jena approaches care with respect, sensitivity, and empathy, tailoring conversation and treatment plans to match each person’s unique needs and goals. Therapy is framed as a collaborative process in which Jena and the client work together to identify priorities, develop strategies, and measure progress over time. Whether addressing parenting, addiction, anger, self-esteem, or coping with life changes, Jena adapts methods to fit individual circumstances.

Recognizing that beginning therapy takes courage, Jena honors that first step and aims to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. As a non-binary clinician, Jena is attentive to diverse identities and experiences and is committed to meeting clients where they are as they pursue meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Jena integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy into online work to address both present challenges and relational patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping clients accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action; it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and struggles with motivation. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship experiences shape current bonds and emotional responses, making it helpful for relationship difficulties, attachment issues, and healing from abandonment or childhood trauma. Jena also draws on Client-Centered principles to create a validating, nonjudgmental space where the client’s perspective guides the pace and focus of therapy.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jena will work with each client to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This partnership helps ensure care feels relevant and effective for the person seeking support.

Online therapy with Jena offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different routines and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain consistency, access care from home, and integrate therapeutic work into daily life while working with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Jena Ourso have?

Jena Ourso has 11 years of professional experience.

Is Jena Ourso a licensed therapist?

Yes. Jena Ourso holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are LA LCSW 12453.

In which languages does Jena Ourso provide therapy?

Jena Ourso provides therapy in English.

Where is Jena Ourso located?

Jena Ourso is located in Louisiana.

How can I work with Jena Ourso as my therapist?

You can work with Jena Ourso through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jena Ourso work with international clients?

Jena Ourso does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jena Ourso cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseParenting issues

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Licensed

Louisiana

Languages

English

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