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Ibi Jessica Jeremiah

Compassionate therapy rooted in lived experience

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About Ibi

Ibi Jessica Jeremiah is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who draws on six years of professional experience to support people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and intimacy-related concerns.

Background and approach

She integrates practical clinical techniques with somatic practices and sound bowl work to create a holistic, grounded approach that attends to both body and mind. Her work is informed by personal and cultural insights and aims to help clients navigate career pressures, compassion fatigue, and relationship complexities while honoring individual identity and life context.

Jessica’s background includes roles in maternal and child health, services for homeless youth and families, traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, HIV-related support, and community mental health.

That breadth of experience contributes to an approach that is culturally attentive and oriented toward real-world challenges such as postpartum depression, caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, multicultural concerns, sexual assault and abuse recovery, and non-monogamous relationship navigation. She provides a warm, authentic presence and meets clients where they are, encouraging practical growth and self-compassion throughout the therapeutic process.

Evidence-based approaches and online access

The practice combines established clinical methods with somatic techniques to address symptoms and life challenges. One key approach integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on identifying patterns of thought and behavior and teaching practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and relationship stress. Another component uses somatic practices and sound bowl work to help clients tune into bodily sensations and relieve trauma-related tension, supporting emotional regulation and presence.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to explore which methods fit their symptoms, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time so interventions remain responsive and effective. This partnership helps ensure therapy feels personally relevant and practically useful.

Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide greater flexibility and accessibility. These formats allow people to schedule around work, caregiving, and other commitments while maintaining continuity of care. Licensed professionals can adapt interventions to remote formats so clients can work on emotional healing, stress management, grief, and relationship concerns from various locations and at convenient times.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
Ibi focuses on a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, relationship challenges, career and coaching needs, compassion fatigue, and LGBT-related matters. She also helps with postpartum depression, pregnancy and childbirth issues, sexual assault and abuse recovery, and women’s issues.
What is the therapist’s general approach or style?
The practice blends evidence-based clinical techniques with somatic methods and sound bowl healing for a holistic mix of body-centered and talk-based work. Sessions emphasize authenticity, cultural awareness, and practical strategies for daily life.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The clinician has six years of professional experience working across maternal and child health, homeless youth and family services, TBI care, HIV-related support, and community mental health settings. This informs a pragmatic, compassionate approach.
Where is the therapist licensed and based?
She is licensed as an LCSW in Illinois, with the license number IL LCSW 149017398, and practices from that state.
Does the therapist see people who live outside the United States?
Yes, she is accepting international clients and can work with people located outside the United States when arrangements match scheduling and licensing constraints.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences and logistical needs.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing will depend on the client’s location and scheduling.
What steps are involved in starting therapy?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability. This helps match needs and preferences before the first appointment.

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Experience
6 years
Licensed
Illinois
Languages
English