Jocelyn Pettenato , LCSW

Jocelyn Pettenato is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 10 years of experience providing psychotherapy across New York and Connecticut. She brings a warm, collaborative style to her work, creating a therapeutic space where clients can explore anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, sleep challenges, relationship stress, and struggles with self-esteem or confidence.

Her practice supports people navigating major life transitions, grief, parenting and family dynamics, addiction concerns, anger and coping with change. Jocelyn addresses both individual and relational issues, including intimacy-related concerns, blended family dynamics, attachment and abandonment themes, caregiving stress, and co-occurring mood or behavioral conditions.

Jocelyn’s clinical foundation includes an undergraduate degree in psychology and a master’s degree in clinical social work. She has pursued extensive training in evidence-based therapies and complementary modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Additional training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) informs her work with couples and families.

Grounded in client-centered principles, she tailors her approach to each person’s needs and goals, combining practical skills with compassionate support to promote healing, build resilience, and help clients move forward with greater clarity and empowerment.

Evidence-based approaches adapted for online care

Jocelyn often integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her online work. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values, accept difficult internal experiences, and take committed action toward a meaningful life - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and navigating life changes.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical exercises and skill-building. CBT is effective for managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, sleep difficulties, and many daily stressors.

For clients with trauma-related concerns, Jocelyn applies EMDR techniques when appropriate to address distressing memories and reduce their intensity.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to determine which combination of methods best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Jocelyn makes it possible to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options support consistent attendance, easier access from home or work, and a range of ways to engage in therapy that suit individual lifestyles and needs.