Jill Pedersen
Jill Pedersen
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Jill Pedersen(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Rhode Island•Massachusetts•New Jersey
Anxiety - Depression- Life transitions- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Relationship issues- Trauma-
Axis Psychotherapy

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Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$150

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Professional statement

Jill is a seasoned psychotherapist specializing in Gestalt Therapy and EMDR. With over twenty years experience that includes clinical social work, community mental health, in-patient psychiatry and private practice she is equipped to meet you where you are.

The focus and medium for change in Gestalt Therapy is the embodied experience of the work. We tune in to our physical experience during the session to receive information that our intellectual faculties don't have access to. That information changes our perception and understanding of the problem opening new avenues for change.

In working with trauma we use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an extremely effective modality for reprocessing traumatic events and healing from their lasting effects.

Message to clients

In my personal style, therapy is a warm, supportive, and inquisitive process where we explore what isn't working in your life or relationships. Together we will build awareness, make connections and discover patterns that interfere with your happiness and cause you dissatisfaction. When we create space between emotion and action, we will expand your awareness and a world of new choices will emerge for you.

With over 12 years in private practice, and many return clients, I can help you through my training in Gestalt Psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Let's do some work together.

Licensure

Rhode Island: ISW02967 - Massachusetts: 122082 - New Jersey: 44SC05505800

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Optum
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan (Commercial Plans, not via Mass Health or Navigator)
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (55min)