Jena Ourso, LCSW

Compassionate LCSW for trauma and mood support

LGBTQIA-affirming care
Trauma and mood focus
Flexible online sessions

About Jena Ourso

Jena Ourso is a licensed LCSW in Louisiana with 11 years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, grief, trauma, mood disorders, and substance use challenges. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Jena combines practical strategies with empathic listening to help clients navigate ADHD, autism, codependency, LGBTQIA-related concerns, and kink or BDSM related issues.

Jena emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every interaction, creating a collaborative space where clients and therapist work together toward meaningful goals. Treatment plans and therapeutic dialogue are tailored to each person’s unique needs, drawing on evidence-informed approaches and real-world coping skills.

Recognizing that beginning therapy is a courageous step, Jena aims to make the process approachable and supportive, guiding clients through the first sessions and adapting care as needs change over time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseParenting issues

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jena Ourso have?

Jena Ourso has 11 years of professional experience in clinical work.

Is Jena Ourso a licensed therapist?

Yes. Jena holds the LCSW credential. License details are LA LCSW 12453.

In which languages does Jena Ourso provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Jena Ourso located?

Jena is based in Louisiana.

How can I work with Jena Ourso as my therapist?

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

Does Jena Ourso work with international clients?

No. Jena does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jena Ourso 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 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

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) invites clients to clarify their values and take committed steps toward them while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help with stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions by focusing on meaningful action rather than symptom elimination. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of connection and relationship needs formed over time and supports healing around separation, abandonment, or relational trauma, making it useful for those coping with attachment concerns, adoption and foster care issues, or relationship difficulties. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often helping with mood disorders, anxiety, and coping strategies for everyday challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jena works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care during life changes, and connect from locations across Louisiana. Jena uses these options to provide adaptable support that meets clients where they are.

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