Mental Health Blog

Insights from Jessica Wolfe, LCSW

Your Space for Healing, Learning, and Growth

Welcome to the official blog of Jessica Wolfe, LCSW LLC, where therapy meets education, self-reflection, and empowerment. Whether you’re a current client, considering therapy, or simply seeking mental wellness insights, this blog is designed to support your growth, answer your questions, and inspire healing.

Jessica shares practical strategies, emotional tools, and reflective commentary on topics that commonly arise in therapy—from anxiety and trauma to relationships and emotional regulation.

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5 Grounding Techniques for Managing Panic in the Moment

October 9, 2025
Struggling with panic? Learn 5 therapist-recommended grounding techniques to calm your mind and body during anxiety or panic attacks.
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Why Avoidance Isn’t Helping: Understanding Emotional Numbing

September 24, 2025
Learn how emotional avoidance and numbing block healing. Discover how therapy with Jessica Wolfe, LCSW helps you feel again—safely and intentionally.
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How to Know If You’re Making Progress in Therapy

September 10, 2025
Not sure if therapy is working? Learn the real signs of progress in therapy with Jessica Wolfe, LCSW—beyond symptom relief. Reach out to Jessica Wolfe today!
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What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session (And How to Prepare Emotionally)

August 26, 2025
Wondering what your first therapy session will be like? Learn what to expect in therapy with Jessica Wolfe, LCSW, and how to prepare emotionally and practically.

What You’ll Find on This Blog

Each post offers clinically-informed, compassionate content that’s both accessible and insightful. Topics may include:

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Understanding trauma and the nervous system

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Managing anxiety in everyday situations

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Tools for emotional regulation and grounding

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Navigating grief and loss

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Setting boundaries in relationships

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Mindfulness and mental clarity

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Exploring self-compassion and shame

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Mindfulness and mental clarity

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Working with your inner critic

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Understanding the impact of childhood experiences on adult mental health

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Reducing burnout and emotional overwhelm

Whether you're new to therapy or deep into your healing journey, these articles aim to provide clarity, perspective, and real-life tools.

Why This Blog Matters

Mental health conversations are essential—but often hidden. This space gives you permission to pause, explore, and reflect. Jessica’s posts are grounded in her years of clinical experience and focused on making therapeutic concepts understandable and applicable to everyday life.

Her writing is designed to meet you where you are—with honesty, compassion, and actionable insight.

Sample Blog Topics (Coming Soon)

Here’s a glimpse of blog posts you may see featured in upcoming weeks:

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“5 Grounding Techniques for Managing Panic at the Moment”

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“Why We Shut Down Emotionally After Trauma (and How to Reopen)”

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“Cognitive Distortions: How Your Thoughts Trick You and What To Do About It”

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“The Link Between Grief and Identity: What We Lose Beyond the Person”

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“The Power of Naming: How to Better Understand What You're Feeling”

All content is original and written by Jessica to enhance client education and broaden access to mental health literacy.

Who This Blog Is For

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Current clients who want to revisit themes between sessions

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New clients curious about therapy with Jessica

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Mental health advocates or professionals seeking accessible language for common challenges

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Anyone interested in emotional wellness, trauma recovery, or personal growth

Even if you’re not quite ready for one-on-one counseling, this blog offers a window into what the healing process can look like—and what’s possible with support.

Stay Connected & Start the Conversation

Want to request a blog topic or share your feedback? Jessica welcomes suggestions that speak to your lived experience. She also encourages you to bring blog topics into therapy sessions for further exploration.