- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Practical skill building
About Jennifer
Jennifer Howell is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oklahoma with five years of professional experience. She focuses on practical help for people handling depression, anger, grief, trauma and abuse, and life changes. Jennifer uses straightforward conversation to help clients notice strengths and respond differently to hard situations.
She describes clients as the experts on their own lives and works from that view. Sessions are collaborative and aim to clarify problems, try small changes, and track what helps. Jennifer draws on Client-Centered Therapy to listen closely and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
People often come for help with work stress, low self-esteem, relationship strain, ADHD challenges, or persistent worry and shame. Jennifer also addresses issues such as postpartum depression, obsessional thinking, and seasonal mood shifts. She uses clear examples and simple practice exercises so people can try things between sessions.
Her style is practical and down-to-earth. She helps people make concrete plans when life feels stuck and checks progress in short steps. Sessions focus on useful skills, problem solving, and understanding how past experiences affect present reactions.
To start, Jennifer asks about current concerns, what has been tried already, and what the client hopes to change. The approach is steady and goal-focused, with attention to building tolerance for strong feelings and improving everyday functioning.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and supporting a client's own goals. In practice this means the therapist reflects what she hears, asks questions that clarify priorities, and helps people identify their strengths. This approach is useful for people feeling stuck, lonely, overwhelmed, or unsure of next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact. Sessions include simple experiments, thought tracking, and behavior changes aimed at reducing distress and improving day-to-day functioning. CBT is commonly used for depression, anxiety, anger, and patterns that repeat over time.
Choosing the right approach is often a collaborative process. Jennifer will work with clients to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines listening with practical exercises and adjusts plans based on what proves helpful.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since the profile does not specify formats. Online work can make it easier to fit brief check-ins into a lunch break, attend without commuting, or use audio-only when bandwidth is low. These practical benefits help people keep therapy consistent alongside busy schedules.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Oklahoma
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with depression, anger, grief, trauma and life changes, plus related concerns like self-esteem and career stress.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She listens closely and uses exercises to try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
Jennifer has five years of professional experience as an LCSW in Oklahoma.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Oklahoma and practices from that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the provided profile.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.