Jessica Cerutti, LCSW​

​​​Behavioral Issues
​Oppositional Defiance
Coping Skills
Suicidal Ideation/Self-Harming
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD

Therapy for Adolescents

​​Family/Sibling Conflict
Parent-Child Relations
Parenting Support
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Grief and Loss
Anxiety
Depression
Anger Management

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​​​​​​​I have over 10 years of experience in supporting,adolescents and parents. For adolescents, a combination of talk therapy and play or art therapy is implemented depending on the child's developmental level. I also use evidence-based treatment strategies, such as cognitive behavioral techniques, to promote expression of thoughts and feelings and to support positive coping skills. Family therapy and collateral sessions with parents and caregivers is often key in promoting connection, understanding, and support within the family unit. Parents and caregivers are typically included in the treatment process to increase understanding of their teen's underlying needs, and to promote connectedness and healthy communication, as a healthy and supportive attachment relationship is vital in providing a stable foundation to bolster a teen's ability to manage life experiences.

I specialize in treating the following adolescent-focused issues: