- Focus on strengths
- Practical skill building
- Values-driven work
About Jennifer
Jennifer "Jen" Bindeman helps people facing work and wellbeing challenges feel steadier and more able to move forward. She meets clients where they are and focuses on practical steps to build confidence, reduce distress, and regain a sense of control. Jen treats concerns such as depression, low self-esteem, eating and body image struggles, and issues related to trauma and identity.
She believes each person knows their story best and that strengths already exist to support change. Sessions emphasize finding those strengths and using them to create realistic next steps. Conversations are clear and focused on what a person wants to change and how to get there.
Jen brings 15 years of professional experience and works under the credentials LICSW and LCSW-C. Her background includes supporting people with LGBTQ concerns, trauma and abuse, and eating and food-related issues. She also addresses attachment and abandonment worries, caregiver stress, substance concerns, and relationship communication problems.
Therapy draws on several practical approaches. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to connect values with action, Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation, and client-centered listening to shape each session. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are also part of her toolbox.
Sessions are delivered from Maryland and are conducted in English. If someone wants to start, they follow the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a time based on the therapist's availability.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small, values-driven steps. It can be useful for depression, low motivation, and decisions about work and wellbeing. Dialectical Behavior Therapy teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions and improving communication, which can help with relationships and stress at work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on active listening and reflecting what matters to the client, making sessions feel collaborative and grounded.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will work with each person to see which methods fit their goals, personality, and daily life. That may mean trying a skill-based exercise, focusing on values, or simply spending time listening and clarifying next steps.
Confirm the current session options before booking to know which online formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. It also supports steady practice of skills between meetings so progress can continue alongside work and home life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Maryland, District of Columbia, Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with depression, self-esteem problems, eating and body image concerns, trauma and abuse, and LGBTQ-related issues. Additional topics include attachment and abandonment, caregiver stress, substance concerns, and communication problems.
What is her therapy style?
Sessions are collaborative and straightforward, emphasizing listening, skill practice, and clear next steps. The tone is supportive and focused on practical changes that fit a person's life.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds LICSW and LCSW-C credentials and practices from Maryland. Her licensing includes the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia as noted in her background.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.