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Jillian Meher, LPC

LPC specializing in trauma and eating issues
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Eating and body image
  • Trauma informed care

About Jillian Meher

Jillian Meher is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who supports people working through a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, disordered eating, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and major life transitions. She has focused experience helping individuals who struggle with an unhealthy relationship to food, guiding them toward healthier eating patterns and a greater sense of comfort in their bodies.

Her approach to counseling is compassionate and non-judgmental, rooted in the belief that each person is unique and benefits from a tailored plan. She uses an integrative method that blends cognitive behavioral techniques, client-centered principles, and elements of dialectical behavior therapy. As an EMDR-trained therapist, she also attends to how past experiences can shape present symptoms and incorporates trauma-focused tools when appropriate.

Jillian values ongoing feedback and collaboration, adjusting the course of therapy to meet each individual’s goals and needs. She focuses on practical skills and supportive guidance to help people move from surviving to a more meaningful and empowered way of living.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jillian Meher have?

Jillian Meher has 11 years of experience.

Is Jillian Meher a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and is licensed in New Jersey - NJ LPC 37PC00566300.

In which languages does Jillian Meher provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Jillian Meher located?

Jillian Meher is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Jillian Meher as my therapist?

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

Does Jillian Meher work with international clients?

No. Jillian Meher does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jillian Meher 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 for Online Support

Jillian Meher draws on several evidence-informed approaches to tailor online care to each person she works with. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a warm, non-judgmental stance that helps individuals explore their feelings and values at their own pace - this approach is often helpful for improving self-esteem, navigating relationship issues, and making life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical strategies for anxiety, depression, and disordered eating. EMDR is a trauma-focused method used to process distressing memories and reduce their ongoing impact, which can be beneficial for people with trauma or abuse histories.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jillian will work with each person to assess their needs, goals, and preferences, and then adapt techniques from these approaches to create a plan that feels manageable and relevant. Feedback and regular check-ins help guide adjustments over time.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling around work, family, and other commitments. These options allow people to access support from licensed professionals without the need to travel, making it easier to maintain continuity of care and apply therapeutic skills in daily life.

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