Supervised by Courtney Weaver, LCSW-S - Supervisee in Social Work
Jessica Calys
Supervised by Courtney Weaver, LCSW-S
Supervisee in Social Work
27 specialities
Accepts insurance
Telehealth appointments throughout
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Supervisee in Social Work27 specialitiesAccepts insurance
Jessica Calys
With 20 years of experience in the mental health field, Jessica is dedicated to helping individuals live their most meaningful lives through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. She has had the privilege of working with adults of all ages (18-65+) in a variety of settings, including community mental health centers, private hospitals, and home care.
I’ve had a breakthrough with a client who has been facing substance usechallenges. Together, we developed a daily routine with meaningful anchorsand a structured schedule, which helped them reconnect with a sense ofpurpose and find more meaning in their life.
In our sessions, you can expect to take the lead as I strongly believe inyour autonomy and self-direction. I’m here to support you in the areas youchoose, offering guidance and feedback as we work together toward yourgoals.
In our first session, we’ll focus on understanding why you’re interested intherapy and what you hope to achieve. We’ll also take some time to get toknow each other and make sure we’re a good fit to work together toward yourgoals.
I’m motivated to be a therapist by my deep passion for helping individualsovercome life’s challenges and live meaningful, fulfilling lives. Theopportunity to support clients in building resilience, discovering theirstrengths, and finding healing is what continually drives my work and fuelsmy dedication to the field.
Highlights
Jessica Calys, Supervisee in Social Work, is under the clinical supervision of Courtney Weaver, LCSW, 2340 Commonwealth Dr. Ste 0101 Charlottesville, VA 22901, 703-348-6358, while obtaining supervised post-master’s degree experience per the laws and regulations governing the practice of Social Work.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our sessions together, you can expect to gain valuable tools and strategies formanaging life’s challenges and improving overall well-being. You'll learn to identifyand change unhelpful thought patterns, regulate emotions, and develop healthy copingmechanisms. Our work together will focus on helping you build resilience, enhance your emotionalstrength, and find meaning in your life. My goal is to provide a safe and supportivespace where you can explore your struggles, uncover your strengths, and work towardcreating a more fulfilling life.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I utilize evidence-based therapies, including Psychotherapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy & Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My biggest strengths lie in your extensive experience, compassionate approach, andexpertise in evidence-based therapeutic techniques. With 20 years of experience in avariety of settings, from community mental health centers to private hospitals and homecare, you have developed a deep understanding of how to support individuals through awide range of challenges. This experience has helped you build a diverse toolkit that isadaptable to each person’s unique needs and goals. You can expect a non-judgmental,empathetic environment where they will feel understood and supported as they work towardemotional healing, growth, and lasting change.
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