Jessica was incredible. She was so helpful and I feel like I got a lot out of every session. I wholeheartedly believe I am in a better place because of my sessions with her. She made me feel very comfortable with being vulnerable and working on myself. I would recommend her to anyone that asked for a therapist!
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About Jessica
Jessica C. O'Brien is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor in the state of Florida who has over 17 years of experience working with clients of all ages seeking assistance with a variety of challenges and concerns. She is currently accepting clients 18 years of age and older.
Jessica earned her Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Florida and has worked in a variety of settings, including a college counseling center, community mental health agencies, and private practice settings. She uses a combination of cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused therapies to work together with clients to create personalized goals and treatment plans aimed at helping them make the changes they’d like to see, including living a healthier, more satisfying, and self-directed life. She also has experience working with clients who would like to include their spiritual, religious, and faith beliefs in counseling.
When participating in therapy, it’s important to find a counselor with whom you feel comfortable and can openly share the challenges you are facing. Jessica is committed to fostering a respectful and safe therapeutic environment where you can be your authentic self as you work towards making changes in your life. She views the counseling relationship as a partnership in which the client is the expert on themselves and the best outcomes occur when both she and the client bring their respective knowledge and expertise to the therapeutic relationship.

"I view the counseling relationship as a partnership in which you, the client, are the expert on you, and the best outcomes occur when you and I both bring our respective knowledge and expertise to the table."
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.
Jessica is fantastic, always has time for me even when I have odd moments of panic or being overwhelmed. She listens, and she comes to my level to help me process things.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jessica
Jessica was incredible. She was so helpful and I feel like I got a lot out of every session. I wholeheartedly believe I am in a better place because of my sessions with her. She ma....
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Jessica
Get to know Jessica
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I took a psychology class in my first year of college and couldn't get enough! I took as many psychology classes as I could throughout college, and being a counselor is a way for me to combine my interest in psychology with my interest in being with and helping people.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
I describe the first session as a "snapshot of you". We'll talk about where you've been (your history), where you are now (your current challenges and symptoms), and where you want to go (your goals).
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 17 years
- Graduating institute
- University of North Florida
- Graduating degree
- Master's in Counseling Psychology
