- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Strengths focused
About Jill
Jill Hazell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Missouri with 20 years of experience. She works with people dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, and stress. Jill also helps those managing ADHD, relationship and family issues, and challenges that come with life changes.
She has worked across settings and currently practices in a middle school. Much of her earlier work involved supporting survivors of child abuse and sexual trauma. That background shaped how she talks with people about safety, boundaries, and recovery from difficult events.
Jill’s style is relaxed and down-to-earth. Sessions focus on identifying strengths and building on what is already working. She uses clear, practical strategies rather than jargon, and mixes direct problem-solving with reflective conversation.
Her methods include cognitive behavioral ideas, client-centered listening, mindfulness exercises, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy principles. Those approaches are used to help with mood problems, stress, anger, and relationship strain. Jill helps people try small changes that can make daily life easier.
She often supports caregivers, people facing divorce or separation, first responders, and those feeling isolated or burned out. Her work also covers financial stress, seasonal mood changes, and recovery from post-traumatic stress. Jill helps people break big problems into manageable steps.
To start, she asks about current struggles and goals, then shapes a plan that focuses on practical next steps. Sessions aim to be straightforward, respectful, and focused on what the person wants to change next.
Approaches used online and what they do
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting ruled by them. It focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small actions that match those values, which can help with anger and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, behaviors, and feelings connect. It uses practical exercises and skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and understanding the person’s experience, helping them feel heard while they try new strategies.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Jill will collaborate with each person to see which methods fit their goals and preferences. That may mean trying one method for a few sessions or mixing elements from different approaches based on progress and feedback.
If you want online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people meet with a therapist who has relevant experience even if they are not nearby. The therapist and client agree together on how to use session time and which strategies to focus on so therapy fits into everyday life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with depression, anxiety, anger, trauma and abuse, grief, stress, ADHD, relationship and family problems, and related issues.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is laid back and practical. She combines client-centered listening with cognitive and mindfulness techniques.
How much experience does she have?
Jill has 20 years of experience working in a variety of settings, including work with child abuse and trauma survivors.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Missouri.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She accepts international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.