- Anger management skills
- Mood disorder support
- Trauma recovery approaches
About Jessica
Jessica Zira is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 20 years of clinical experience in Connecticut. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood shifts, trauma and anger. Jessica focuses on practical ways to manage strong feelings so daily life becomes easier to handle.
She helps people who feel isolated or stuck, including those battling shame, attachment difficulties, and social anxiety. She also supports people with obsessive-compulsive patterns, post-traumatic stress, and the effects of sexual assault or abuse. First responders and people coping with impulsivity, control issues, or a loss of purpose are within her practice interests.
Jessica uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to build understanding and skills. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, learning coping strategies, and practicing different responses to old triggers. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at producing usable tools for everyday situations.
Her work keeps the focus on what a person can do next rather than on labels. She encourages small, measurable steps and checks progress as therapy unfolds. The pace is adjusted to what a person can manage without adding more pressure.
Jessica practices in Connecticut and works in English. People who want to try therapy with her begin by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session through the site's online options. Costs vary with location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How Jessica uses evidence-based approaches online
Jessica draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on specific problems and skills. One common approach is skill-focused work that teaches emotion regulation strategies and alternative responses to anger and impulsivity; this helps with strong reactions and mood swings. Another approach emphasizes understanding trauma and its impact, helping people reduce reactivity and reclaim daily routines after shocks or abuse.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Jessica and the person she works with review what’s happening, try methods that match the goals, and adjust as needed. The emphasis is on practical experiments and clear feedback so progress can be measured over time.
Confirm the therapist's current session options before booking since the biography does not list formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by cutting travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a break, or avoiding being on camera when that helps someone focus. Licensed professionals commonly use online sessions to keep momentum between in-person visits and to practice new skills in real-world settings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Connecticut, Rhode Island
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, trauma, and related problems.
What is her style of therapy?
Her style uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical skill building and understanding patterns that keep problems going.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience working with a range of mental health challenges.
What are her professional credentials and location?
She is an LMHC and an LPC practicing in Connecticut.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.