Jena Ourso

Jena Ourso is an LCSW based in Louisiana who helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, mood disorders, addiction issues, and concerns related to gender and sexual identity. Jena also supports people facing challenges connected to ADHD, autism, attachment, and kink or BDSM-related issues. She writes in a direct, respectful way and speaks English. Jena approaches therapy as a collaborative process. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps people can try between meetings. She adapts conversations and plans to each person’s situation instead of using one set method for everyone. Her work draws on several established approaches including acceptance and commitment strategies, attachment-based ideas, client-centered practice, cognitive behavioral techniques, and dialectical behavior skills. These tools are used to address emotional regulation, relationship patterns, coping with change, and substance use concerns. Jena emphasizes sensitivity and respect. She aims to create a calm space where people can name problems, try new ways of responding, and track small changes. The pace and focus are set to match each person’s needs. With 11 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, Jena brings years of practical experience in helping people navigate painful or confusing life events. She encourages anyone ready to begin to take the next step and complete the intake process to arrange a first appointment.

How these approaches guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then move toward actions that match their values. ACT can be useful for anxiety, grief, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and coping strategies. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationships shape expectations and emotional reactions; it can help with relationship patterns, attachment issues, and healing after abandonment or separation. Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work with the client to choose and adjust methods based on needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration includes trying techniques, checking how they feel, and changing course when something does not fit. Confirm current session options before booking. The main practical benefit of online sessions is fitting therapy into a busy life - it can be easier to schedule sessions around work, school, or caregiving. Online work also lets people use shorter check-ins when needed, avoid travel time, and try tools like worksheets or emotion regulation exercises between meetings. Licensed professionals can tailor the format and pace to match each person’s circumstances, goals, and daily rhythm.