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Jessica Mujica

Jessica Mujica

LCMHC

Therapist · North Carolina · 4+ years of experience

Compassionate counselor focused on practical change

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  • Anger and stress
  • Addictions and recovery
  • LGBTQ issues

About Jessica

Jessica Mujica is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, and addiction concerns. She also supports people navigating LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and life transitions. Jessica speaks plainly and focuses on respectful, compassionate care that meets each person where they are.

She approaches sessions with flexibility and warmth. Jessica tailors conversations and plans to match individual needs and goals. She encourages practical steps and small changes that add up over time.

Jessica earned a Bachelor of Social and Behavioral Science with a minor in Sexuality Studies and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a focus on addictions. She brings four years of professional experience to her work and frames therapy as a collaborative process.

Her background includes work supporting people coping with substance and process addictions, intimacy and sexuality concerns including BDSM and kink culture, and stress related to career or caregiving. She also addresses panic attacks, ADHD, and financial or relationship stressors in straightforward terms.

In sessions she uses client-centered methods along with cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior skills, emotional processing, and mindfulness practices. Jessica aims to create a space where people can talk through hard moments, practice new skills, and build more self-compassion as they move toward change.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

BDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexualityWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

North Carolina

Languages

English

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Jessica blends client-centered therapy with cognitive behavioral techniques to help people manage symptoms and solve specific problems. Client-centered work focuses on listening, understanding each person's goals, and shaping sessions around what matters to them. Cognitive behavioral work looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical tools to change them.

She also uses elements of dialectical behavior therapy to teach emotion regulation and coping skills when feelings feel overwhelming. Those skills are useful for stress, anger, panic, and addiction-related urges. Together these methods are aimed at helping people build skills and clarity rather than quick fixes.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. She works collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person's needs, goals, and preferences. That may mean trying a skill-focused plan for a few weeks, then shifting to deeper processing if needed.

Practical benefits of online work can include easier fit into a busy day, fewer travel barriers, and the ability to check in during a lunch break or between commitments. Session formats are not listed here, so confirm current session options before booking to learn how appointments can fit into everyday life.

At a glance

Listed location
North Carolina
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
LCMHC
Languages
English
License (North Carolina)
LCMHC · No. 18753
NPI
1174145619

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addiction issues, trauma and abuse, and relationship or intimacy concerns. Additional focuses include parenting stress, LGBTQ-related challenges, and grief.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is respectful and direct. She tailors sessions to each person and combines practical skills with supportive listening.

What training and background does she have?

She holds a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a focus on addictions and has four years of professional experience. Her undergraduate degree is in Social and Behavioral Science with a minor in Sexuality Studies.

Where is she licensed and based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and is based in North Carolina.

Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

She accepts international clients. Confirm any licensure or regional restrictions when scheduling.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

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Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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