Mrs. Jessica Soriano

LICSW

My path was inspired by my own journey of self-discovery and healing. I know firsthand what it's like to reel from trauma, to be dismissed, and to feel confused or unsure of your own feelings and needs. This journey, and the fight to rebuild and reclaim my own worth, deeply informs my work and is why I care so much. I was inspired to become a therapist when I realized my prior career in market research perfectly primed me for this profession. I spent a decade dedicated to understanding people—how they think, what they value, and how to reach them meaningfully. I was adept at creating comfortable environments, listening intently, and analyzing information without bias. I made the decision to change career paths to apply that unique skillset to helping others heal rather than developing new products. Now, I use those skills to help clients make sense of their story, find their voice, and courageously reshape their future.

You won't just talk about change; you'll embark on a journey to make sense of your history and understand your patterns. This process of deeper understanding allows you to move past confusion and begin the work of self-acceptance. You will discover who you are beyond your fears and what has been projected onto you, integrating the difficult parts of your past to recognize the profound strength and value that already exists within you. This internal shift leads to practical change: building true trust in your worth, finding your authentic voice, and gaining the capacity to articulate your needs and set boundaries clearly. Ultimately, you take away the confidence, emotional regulation tools, and skills needed to live seamlessly as the whole, authentic person you are.

I don’t believe I have all the answers. I believe you already have wisdom within you—sometimes it just takes someone asking the right questions to help you access it. The foundation of my work is creating a relationship built on trust and safety, honoring your autonomy above all else. My approach is grounded in genuine connection, utilizing curiosity over judgment, and maintaining the principle of your pace, your choice. The therapy room is a place where you can practice having a voice, experience having your needs prioritized, and experiment with sharing limits. If something feels challenging, we don’t have to talk about it until you’re ready, or we don't have to talk about it at all. Our process is centered on reflection, honesty, experimentation, and change. You’ll feel challenged, but it will always be rooted in understanding. Alongside this deep self-exploration, we integrate specific evidence-based tools where needed: For Low Self-Esteem, we use Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) to build internal kindness, self-worth, and the idea that you are not alone. For OCD, we use Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) to build self-trust and gradually expose you to your fears. And for Anxiety and Depression, we use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and work to challenge unhelpful patterns. We’ll unpack your story, reflect honestly on your history, and set boundaries to protect your well-being. The same compassion and kindness you show others? That belongs to you, too.