Jessalyn Wininger , LPC

Jessalyn Wininger is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with four years of clinical experience. She brings focused experience supporting people facing LGBT-related concerns, trauma and abuse, and challenges with anger, while also working with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Jessalyn centers her work on the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and that personal strengths are central to overcoming life’s difficulties.

She recognizes that seeking change requires courage and that the first steps toward a more fulfilling life can feel daunting. Drawing on her training and practical experience, Jessalyn offers steady support and encouragement as clients explore their goals and take action toward meaningful change. Her approach emphasizes empowerment, collaboration, and practical strategies to build resilience and confidence.

Throughout the therapeutic process she aims to meet people where they are, helping them identify values and strengths while navigating the obstacles that get in the way of growth. Jessalyn’s practice is guided by respect for each individual’s experience and a commitment to helping clients move toward greater well-being and purpose.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Jessalyn integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into her online practice. ACT focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to behaviors that align with their values - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and motivation challenges. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships that stem from early bonds and helps people address intimacy, abandonment, and trust concerns. CBT examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical tools to change unhelpful thinking and coping patterns, which can support work on anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jessalyn works with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques as therapy progresses to ensure the best match.

Online therapy with Jessalyn is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility in how people connect. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for the individual.