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About My Clients
I help individuals stop feeling like they have to be perfect in order to be worthy. Many of us carry self-criticism, shame, and unrealistic expectations that make life more difficult than it already is. I help people through evidence based modalities while also incorporating psychoeducation as well as lived experience. To learn to create space for yourself and gain a sense of self acceptance and self actualization.
My Background and Approach
My clinical expertise fosters an authentic therapeutic relationship with a focus on self-compassion, perspective shifting, as well emotion regulation strategies. A refreshing blend of humor and creativity. A place where you can fully express yourself without filters; showing up as your authentic self. I meet you exactly where you want to be met. I have a Masters of Social Work (MSW) with a specialization in mental health as well as a Masters (MA) in women’s studies and gender studies both from Loyola University Chicago. My undergraduate degree is in psychology with a minor in sociology from the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). I believe firmly in the power of connection within healing. I am also an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider as well as certified in DBT. https://peoplepsych.com/jessica-zaehringer-ma-msw-lcsw/
Why I am a Good Fit for You
You don't have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. If you're feeling overwhelmed by ADHD, anxiety, stress, depression, or the pressure to be perfect, you're not alone. With over 10 years of experience, I help people quiet their inner critic, build self-compassion, and develop practical tools to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence. My approach is conversational, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices, while incorporating psychoeducation, creativity, humor, and lived experience. I believe meaningful change happens when you feel safe enough to show up exactly as you are—without judgment or the need to filter yourself. Together, we'll create space for self-acceptance, shift unhelpful patterns, strengthen emotion regulation, and help you feel more like yourself. I'll meet you where you are and support you in building a life that feels more balanced, authentic, and fulfilling.