Jessica Busekist , LMHC

Jessica Busekist is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with 10 years of clinical experience. She has worked in a variety of settings and with people of diverse ages and backgrounds, offering steady support and practical skills for navigating life’s challenges.

Jessica centers her work on meeting people where they are and supporting clients to lead their own treatment. She prioritizes collaborative goal setting, helping individuals identify their needs and the most useful steps toward improved well-being. Whether a person arrives with a clear plan or is uncertain about next steps, she focuses on building strength, resilience, and courage through tailored interventions.

Her practice is suited to those seeking help with deep hurts or trauma, as well as clients who want ongoing support for stressors and everyday concerns. Jessica emphasizes the importance of finding a good therapeutic match, comparing that process to choosing the right doctor - it matters that the relationship feels right for each person.

Recognizing that time and mental health are valuable, she aims to provide thoughtful, respectful care and to help clients make meaningful progress toward their goals.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Jessica draws on client-centered therapy, EMDR, and motivational interviewing to guide online work in ways that respect each person's pace and priorities. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaborative goal setting - it helps people feel understood and supports growth through their own values and choices. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an approach used to process distressing memories and trauma; it involves targeted techniques that can help reduce the intensity of painful recollections when applied by a trained therapist. Motivational interviewing focuses on exploring ambivalence and strengthening motivation for change - it is often helpful for issues like addictions, behavior change, and goal-directed work.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Jessica works collaboratively with each client to determine what methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time and invites client feedback to refine the plan together.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or work, and integrate therapy into a busy life while working with licensed professionals and therapists.