Pronouns: she/her
Therapy Practice
Hello! It is my hope to provide all clients with a safe, non-judgmental place to develop and learn. I want to become a resource for you to use as you navigate life’s hardships. Most of all, though, I want to be a welcoming and inviting person that you turn to in times of need. I have four years’ experience working with college-aged individuals during my time at Wilson. I briefly worked at an inpatient drug treatment center. I have been at Phoenix as an intern since January 2023, and in that time, I have seen a wide variety of clients. I have since accepted a permanent position at Phoenix In January of 2024.
Services Provided
- Jessica is currently working under the supervision of Dr. Tish Weikel, NCC LPC C-DBT.
- Experience in working with children, young adults, elder adults, and those with history of substance abuse
- Open to working with all ages and concerns
- Jessica has worked closely with the adult DBT group during her internships here at Phoenix, and intends to acquire her own DBT certification in the near future
- Jessica is currently working on acquiring the necessary credentials to grant her provisional licensure
Education
- Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Shippensburg University, May 2024
- Bachelors of Science in Psychology with a minor in Animal Studies, Wilson College, May 2021
- Nationally Certified Counselor, expected July 2024
Licenses, Certificates, and Awards
- Jessica recently became certified in Psychological First Aid (PFA).
- ACA Member since 2021
- PCA Member since 2024
Self-Care
In my free time, I am an avid reader (I am always looking for more recommendations!) I also enjoy spending time with my friends and family when I can. In addition to my husband, I live with our three dogs: Elvis, Bernard, and Oklahoma. Now that I have successfully completed my degree at Shippensburg University, my attention is shifting to counseling and supporting my clients here at Phoenix.
jsempowski@phoenixcounselingservices.net