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Jennifer Covington, LCSW

LCSW supporting people and families
  • Anxiety and stress support
  • Relationship and family help
  • CBT and mindfulness tools

About Jennifer Covington

Jennifer Covington is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 13 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationships, loss, and a range of behavioral health concerns. She approaches each person as an individual, forming a collaborative partnership to identify priorities, reduce overwhelm, and build practical skills for daily life. Her work often addresses family dynamics, parenting pressures, challenges with a partner, and the often-compounding effects of current events on mental and emotional well-being.

Jennifer draws on client-centered principles to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s values and goals, and she integrates cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness practices to create concrete, skill-based options for managing symptoms and improving functioning. Motivational techniques and solution-focused perspectives are used when helpful to set achievable steps and maintain momentum toward change. She aims to make progress manageable rather than perfect, focusing on techniques that reduce barriers to living more fully.

Based in North Carolina, Jennifer offers clinical services for residents of the state. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, indicating specialized training in clinical assessment and treatment. Jennifer is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jennifer Covington have?

Jennifer Covington has 13 years of experience in mental health and behavioral health work.

Is Jennifer Covington a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: NC LCSW C010682.

In which languages does Jennifer Covington provide therapy?

Jennifer provides therapy in English.

Where is Jennifer Covington located?

Jennifer is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Jennifer Covington as my therapist?

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

Does Jennifer Covington work with international clients?

Jennifer Covington does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jennifer Covington 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



Jennifer uses evidence-informed approaches to support change and coping. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and practice small, meaningful actions even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that maintain distress and teaching practical skills to shift those patterns; it is often helpful for depression, anxiety, and problem-solving. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental conversation that centers the client’s own goals and wisdom, creating a safe space to explore relationships, identity, and life decisions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jennifer works collaboratively with clients to determine which strategies fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time as circumstances and priorities change.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules, allow continuation of care from home or work, and make it easier to practice new skills between sessions. These options can help people access consistent support while balancing family, work, and other responsibilities.

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