- Direct and down-to-earth
- Skill-based methods
- Trauma-aware care
About Jennifer
Dr. Jennifer Outlaw helps people facing anxiety, stress, mood concerns, addiction, sleeping problems, relationship strain, trauma, and self-esteem struggles. She names Jealousy among her areas of focus and also supports people dealing with ADHD, parenting strain, and major life changes. Her style is direct and compassionate. She aims to make sessions feel practical and down-to-earth.
Jennifer is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), a Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice (LISW-CP), and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C). She has worked in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings and brings ten years of clinical experience to her practice. That background includes work with severe and persistent mental illness as well as more common mood and anxiety challenges.
In sessions she uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to build skills for managing thoughts and emotions. She also draws on client-centered listening and mindfulness techniques to help people notice what matters most and take small steps toward it. When trauma is part of the picture, she has experience using EMDR protocols.
Her approach emphasizes clear goals and practical tools. She aims to help clients identify unhelpful patterns, practice coping skills, and try different strategies between sessions. Jennifer describes her manner as authentic and compassionate, and she works collaboratively with each person to set realistic next steps.
Sessions are offered in English and Jennifer is able to work with clients across borders. For those who want to begin, the site matching process helps pair needs and preferences before scheduling a first session.
Jennifer is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), a Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice (LISW-CP), and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C). She has worked in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings and brings ten years of clinical experience to her practice. That background includes work with severe and persistent mental illness as well as more common mood and anxiety challenges.
In sessions she uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to build skills for managing thoughts and emotions. She also draws on client-centered listening and mindfulness techniques to help people notice what matters most and take small steps toward it. When trauma is part of the picture, she has experience using EMDR protocols.
Her approach emphasizes clear goals and practical tools. She aims to help clients identify unhelpful patterns, practice coping skills, and try different strategies between sessions. Jennifer describes her manner as authentic and compassionate, and she works collaboratively with each person to set realistic next steps.
Sessions are offered in English and Jennifer is able to work with clients across borders. For those who want to begin, the site matching process helps pair needs and preferences before scheduling a first session.
How therapeutic approaches work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take action toward those values despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It uses mindfulness exercises and practical steps to build a meaningful life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and trying concrete techniques to shift them, which can help with anxiety, depression, and sleep issues. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used when trauma is part of the problem; it involves structured sessions that process distressing memories and reduce their intensity.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That process can include trying an approach for a few sessions and adjusting based on how it feels and what progress is made.
Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm current options before booking. Many people find online therapy helpful for fitting care into a busy life - it can reduce travel time, make scheduling easier, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online sessions also let people continue work with a licensed professional when geographic distance or travel would otherwise be a barrier. The focus remains on practical skills, steady progress, and tailoring sessions to each person's needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Maryland, Georgia, South Carolina, Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
She supports people with anxiety, stress, depression, bipolar mood concerns, addictions, sleep problems, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, parenting stress, anger, self-esteem, career questions, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Jealousy is listed among her areas of focus.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and compassionate, with a focus on clear goals and usable skills. Sessions mix listening with exercises you can try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of professional counseling and psychotherapy experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
What licenses and where is she based?
She holds LISW, LISW-CP, and LCSW-C credentials and is based in Georgia.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.