Jeremy O'Conner , LCSW

Jeremy O'Conner is an LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with 20 years of experience in social work. He serves as the Clinical Director at California Youth Services and has worked as a field instructor and clinical supervisor since 2013. He earned a Master of Social Work from California State University, Long Beach in 2005 after completing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Concordia University, Irvine.

Jeremy works with people facing a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief, compassion fatigue, chronic medical conditions, addiction, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, and parenting and career transitions. He has particular experience supporting those who have experienced physical trauma, emotional abuse, and post-traumatic stress. His approach emphasizes caring for people who are struggling and helping them reconnect to purpose and meaning when stress, sadness, or overwhelming feelings interfere with daily life.

Jeremy’s clinical practice draws on cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, client-centered techniques, and solution-focused therapy to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. He integrates practical strategies with empathic support and, where relevant, attention to moral and spiritual dimensions of living. He is active in his Christian faith and describes his work with the perspective expressed by the phrase Soli Deo Gloria.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Jeremy commonly uses client-centered therapy to create a collaborative, empathic space where people can explore their values and goals; this approach supports issues like self-esteem, life transitions, grief, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another frequent method - it helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can ease symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, and some addictive behaviors. For those impacted by traumatic events, trauma-focused therapy offers targeted techniques to process trauma responses and build coping skills that reduce the ways past experiences interfere with daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jeremy works together with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time in a collaborative way. He draws on a mix of practical skills and empathic support to meet different challenges.

Online therapy with Jeremy is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for varied schedules and communication preferences. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care, access support from different locations, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each stage of work with a licensed professional.