Jerusha is one of the most understanding and helpful people I've ever talked to. She's helped me understand myself and given me goals to achieve the things I believe are important; while giving me feedback on how to improve in ascents I may be lacking in. 10/10 I love talking to her.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jerusha

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geometry-shapes iconLGBTQIA+, Addiction, Depression, Grief
Online in Alabama
8 years in practice
Ages served: 18-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Jerusha accepts 22 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama | BCBS
Compsych
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Medica
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Oscar Health
Poppins Health
Quest Behavioral Health
Tricare East | Out of Network Provider
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$220
first session
$160
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Jerusha

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Jerusha McClendon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has worked with many people experiencing mental health and addiction personally or in their family. Jerusha has 8 years of experience in the mental health field. She completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Ohio State University.

Jerusha believes there is a need to identify and understand where the seeds of doubt and fear come from, as well as how to connect with the seeds of hope and purpose in the present and the future. Her job is to facilitate the conversation and allow clients to gain insight into their condition and develop an action plan to change their lives.

Jerusha’s superpowers include listening empathetically, relating easily to others, and critical thinking. She believes that all people have purpose in life, and she wants to explore that purpose with clients. Additionally, she strives to create a safe place in therapy so vulnerability can be examined and gains made. Therapy is a change process. Join Jerusha in this change process so that you can be a changemaker in your life and spread that change to others in your inner circle.

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"With life transitions of moving several states away and changing career paths, I have the ability to connect with those who are making similar life changes."

What clients say

What clients say

These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.

I enjoy talking about my feelings and things that can better me and my relationship

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jerusha

I have been very pleased with my counselor. She's great and can't recommend any thing to make her better.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jerusha

I love my therapist Jerusha. Your practice is lucky to have her

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jerusha

Jerusha listens so well to my thoughts. She asks questions that encourage me to think about my concerns and talk about them. She's relaxed and casual, not businesslike and detached....

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jerusha

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Get to know Jerusha

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

I have always been a great listener and appreciate the process of helping others discover meaning in the situations that are most difficult for them. Many times, we have a great desire to be heard and lack the opportunity to do so.

What types of clients to you work with best?

I believe that therapy is a change process. I like working with clients who are ready to engage in that change process. 

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesLGBTQIA+, Addiction, Depression, Grief, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Women’s Issues, Life Transition, Anxiety, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Anger Management
ApproachesChristian Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy
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Education and training

Years in practice
8 years
Graduating institute
The Ohio State University
Graduating degree
Master of Social Work
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1093240731
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State of practiceAL
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License number0904013542
Practice location

Practice information

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Individual Counseling
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