Jamie is firm, fair, and friendly. She is a great listener, and she makes me feel seen and heard. There is a lot for us to get to, since I am new to therapy, but we cover something important every week. Eventually I know she will guide me through the events in my life that have lead me here. I appreciate the time she takes to prepare me for what is coming in my life.
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Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition, ADHD, Self Esteem
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About Jamie
Jamie Bennett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of California with over 9 years of counseling experience. She specializes in treating adolescents and adults who are suffering from anxiety disorders, depression, life transitions, communication challenges, and mood disorders. She has honed a comprehensive therapeutic style to best support patients in sustaining life changes.
Jamie currently works in an individual capacity, identifying patients’ most pervasive symptoms with the intention of liberating them from their emotional confines. She first conducts a psychodynamic exploration and collaborates with patients to create meaningful, individualized goals. Throughout the therapeutic work, Jamie is vigilant about relaying relevant cognitive and dialectical behavioral strategies to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
Jamie maintains a compassionate and empathic approach in order to create a "judgment-free zone" for patients. She lives and works by the belief that there is value in every experience and by uncovering the meaning in challenges, patients can maximize the rest of their lives.
"Using an empathic approach, I strive to maintain a "judgment-free" zone where you will be encouraged to explore past and present themes in your life. Throughout that exploration, we will customize relevant goals and achieve sustainable life changes. "
What clients say
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Jamie is firm, fair, and friendly. She is a great listener, and she makes me feel seen and heard. There is a lot for us to get to, since I am new to therapy, but we cover something....
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jamie
Jamie is so easy to talk to and share personal experiences with.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jamie
We can discuss anything. She catches things I miss. I value our discussions.
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Get to know Jamie
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I love learning people's life stories and helping them use past experiences to lead satisfying next life chapters.
What types of clients do you work with best?
Those that are willing to be vulnerable and try-on different strategies.
What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?
Progress is not perfectly linear, but if they stay the course, they can achieve the fulfilling lives they deserve.
What inspires you?
Patients' motivation to change.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
I want it to be clear that they are in the driver's seat and I will follow their lead.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 9 years
- Graduating institute
- Columbia University
- Graduating degree
- Masters of Social Work
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