Jacqueline Scolaro, LISW

Gentle, collaborative therapy for complex challenges

Trauma and grief
CBT and DBT
Experience with disabilities

About Jacqueline Scolaro

Jacqueline Scolaro is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio with 17 years of clinical experience. She has worked across a range of agencies with a focus on complex trauma, grief work, and supporting people with disabilities, bringing decades of practice to clients facing depression, anxiety, grieving, social interaction challenges, personality disorders, career transitions, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Her approach to counseling is gentle and interactive, grounded in collaboration and practical problem solving. Jacqueline uses a variety of therapeutic methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), traditional psychotherapy, and equine-assisted interventions, yet she emphasizes the importance of attentive listening and engagement as the foundation of change. She helps clients explore what lies beneath their struggles and then applies techniques that make thoughts and feelings easier to understand and manage.

Jacqueline also integrates creative outlets such as art, journaling, and music when they suit a person’s style and goals, recognizing that each client is unique. She welcomes conversation and aims to walk alongside people as they work toward clearer coping strategies and renewed hope.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety GriefAnger managementDepression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationFamily problemsForgivenessHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jacqueline Scolaro have?

Jacqueline Scolaro has 17 years of experience.

Is Jacqueline Scolaro a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LISW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. License details are OH LISW I.0030725-SUPV.

In which languages does Jacqueline Scolaro provide therapy?

Jacqueline provides therapy in English.

Where is Jacqueline Scolaro located?

She is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Jacqueline Scolaro as my therapist?

You can work with Jacqueline through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jacqueline Scolaro work with international clients?

Jacqueline Scolaro does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jacqueline Scolaro cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the Start Therapy button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the Start Therapy button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Jacqueline uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client leads the conversation and the therapist follows, helping individuals explore their values and strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns and build practical skills for managing symptoms like anxiety and depression. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for intense emotions and relationship difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jacqueline works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, adapting methods over time so care matches changing needs. That team-based planning helps ensure therapy aligns with each person's life and priorities.

Online therapy with Jacqueline is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists without needing to travel, allowing clients to fit sessions into busy or complex lives while still receiving focused, clinically informed care.

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