Jennifer Brown, LICSW
Relational therapist focused on communication and healing
- Couples and family therapy
- CBT and DBT informed
- Communication skills focus
About Jennifer Brown
Jennifer Brown is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), a credential that signifies qualification to provide independent clinical social work. She earned her master's degree from Columbia University in New York and began her clinical career working in psychiatric emergency rooms and on inpatient psychiatric units. She has also provided outpatient therapy for nine years, bringing experience from both acute and longer-term settings into her practice.
Jennifer has extensive experience with couples as well as individuals, and emphasizes communication as a core route to change within relationships. She takes an eclectic, integrative approach to care, blending cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic ideas to tailor treatment to each person or partnership. Her clinical experience includes work with anxiety, post-traumatic stress, depression, relationship and gender concerns, and parenting and co-parenting challenges, among other presenting issues.
In family and couples work she pays close attention to how different people can interpret the same event in different ways, and she believes that an outside, unbiased perspective can open space for real change. Jennifer adapts interventions to the unique needs of each client, focusing on practical communication strategies and evidence-informed techniques to support progress.
Jennifer has extensive experience with couples as well as individuals, and emphasizes communication as a core route to change within relationships. She takes an eclectic, integrative approach to care, blending cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic ideas to tailor treatment to each person or partnership. Her clinical experience includes work with anxiety, post-traumatic stress, depression, relationship and gender concerns, and parenting and co-parenting challenges, among other presenting issues.
In family and couples work she pays close attention to how different people can interpret the same event in different ways, and she believes that an outside, unbiased perspective can open space for real change. Jennifer adapts interventions to the unique needs of each client, focusing on practical communication strategies and evidence-informed techniques to support progress.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceImpulsivityInfidelityVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jennifer Brown have?
Jennifer Brown has 10 years of experience.
Is Jennifer Brown a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LICSW. License details are MA LICSW 117317.
In which languages does Jennifer Brown provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Jennifer Brown located?
She is located in Massachusetts.
How can I work with Jennifer Brown as my therapist?
You can work with Jennifer Brown through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jennifer Brown work with international clients?
Yes, Jennifer Brown works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jennifer Brown 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
Jennifer Brown commonly draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, along with attachment-informed ideas, to guide her work. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps clients identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and develop practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety or depression. Dialectical behavior therapy emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer interpersonal communication, which can be especially useful for relationship challenges and intense emotional responses. Attachment-based perspectives explore how early connection patterns shape current relationship dynamics, offering a way to address recurring conflicts and improve closeness.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Jennifer works collaboratively with each person or couple to determine the best fit based on needs, goals, and preferences. Therapists and licensed professionals often combine techniques to match individual circumstances, and Jennifer adapts interventions rather than applying a single method to every case.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations. These options allow clients to choose the format that fits their comfort level and daily life, making it easier to maintain consistency and to try different modes of connection as the work evolves.