Jessica Kudera, LSW

My name is Jessica, I am a Licensed Social Worker specializing in anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, ODD, bipolar, low self-esteem, eating disorders, self-harm, body-image issues, and intimate partner violence. I attended Marywood University where I received a master’s degree in Social Work and am certified in DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy).  I can also assist parents of these clients to see their child's strengths and learn to communicate more effectively with them.

I am passionate about working with adolescents, young adults, and families. I incorporate techniques from DBT, CBT, Art therapy, Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy and Mindfulness. I value the importance of a holistic approach to wellness and incorporates client-center and strengths-based perspectives into the therapeutic process.

I have a great deal of experience working with children, teens, and young adults who are learning to embrace their Autism Diagnosis.  I can assist parents of my clients to do the same and learn how to better support their child.  This is often something parents suspect all along but are still surprised and taken aback when the actual diagnosis is received. 

I strive to help each client to deepen their understanding of who they are and who they want to be. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to express themselves, while building upon their strengths to help create meaningful, lasting change.