Jessica Pendal MA, LADC, Licensed Professional Counselor
As a therapist, I am committed to collaborative, compassionate mental health care that honors your autonomy and respects what makes you unique. Ultimately, I’m here to help you help yourself to thrive.
First and foremost, I ground my practice in the person-centered tradition of Carl Rogers because I believe completely that you are the expert on your life, what needs to be addressed, and where you hope to go. Since I also believe that when it comes to mental health care “one size does not fit all,” I take an integrative, multi-modal approach to therapy. Your narrative, your history, and the realities that you negotiate are unique to you – and a method that might resonate with someone else may not resonate with you. I work closely with each person to create a treatment plan that, while based on an assessment of specific needs, relies heavily on a client’s stated needs and goals.
In addition to collaborating with clients to find the approach that best fits their needs, I am happy to be able to offer my clients Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), not to be confused with creative Art Therapy. ART can be a powerful tool for those suffering with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, substance abuse, and other conditions.
I have worked with clients dealing with co-occurring disorders, including substance use, depression, anxiety, bipolar, traumatic brain injuries, trauma, ASD, and adult ADHD. Choosing to initiate mental health therapy, while daunting, is the important first step toward healing. I work with adults ages 18+.
“Life is hard for one of two reasons: you’re leaving your comfort zone or you’re staying in it.” ~ Unknown
AREAS OF FOCUS
- Neurodiversity, including Adult ADHD
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Substance Abuse/Addiction
- Grief and Loss
- Trauma and PTSD
- LGBTQIA+
- Gender Identity
- Childhood Abuse / Neglect
- Chronic Pain/Health Issues
- Eating Disorders
- Cultural/collective trauma
- Life Transitions
- Interpersonal Relationships
EDUCATION TRAINING LICENSE & AFFILIATIONS
I hold a Master of Arts from the Hazelden Betty Ford School of Addiction Studies. The program takes an integrative approach to the treatment of substance use disorders with an emphasis on mental health and co-occurring disorders. I am currently in a licensure process working toward becoming a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and am under the clinical supervision of Jennie Yngsdahl, MA, LP.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Payment options include use of your health insurance (in or out of network), private direct payment per session, FSA or HSA plans. I accept most insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Preferred One, Aetna, UCare, Cigna, Medica, Optum, and UnitedHealthCare. Unfortunately, I am not able to accept any Medicare plans currently. I recommend contacting your insurance company to confirm the specifics of their coverage for therapy services. A limited number of sliding fee slots are sometimes available for those experiencing financial hardship. Please contact me to discuss the best option for you.
HOW TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT
If you would like to schedule an appointment, the quickest and easiest way to get a hold of me is by contacting me through my confidential email listed below. You can also leave a voicemail message at 651-294-2307. When you leave your message make sure to specifically ask for Jessica on the recording.
If you would like to schedule a free 15-minute consultation, I would be happy to discuss your individual goals and concerns, and explore if we would be a fit to work together.
Jessica Pendal MA, LADC, Licensed Professional Counselor, she/her
Jessica@centerforcounselingandwellness.com
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