JESSICA
CARSON
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
My goal as a therapist is to provide a setting where people feel heard and understood and to help you cultivate self-compassion, mindfulness, present lives and healthy relationships. Coming to therapy can be extremely vulnerable so I always create a nonjudgmental space for people to process and share their stories. I often use humor and gentle challenges to restructure unhelpful thinking and find our authentic selves. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, substance abuse, codependency, attachment disorders, relational issues, self-esteem, grief, and occupational/schooling distress. I work with each person to identify barriers and goals and to find the best techniques and treatment methods for individual situations and objectives.
Practice Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Anxiety | Depression | Trauma | OCD Substance Abuse & Coaching | Addiction
Co-Dependency | Relational Issues | Grief/Loss
Life Changes | Transitions | Divorce | LGBTQIA+ | Occupational/Schooling Distress Stress Management | ADHD | Parenting | Communication Skills | Assertiveness/Boundary Setting | Self-Esteem
Everyone struggles with adversity in their lives and there often comes a time when help is needed to cope with many of life’s challenges. Here at Fortitude Mental health counseling our goal is to support individuals on their journey toward change and self-discovery by gaining effective tools and strength of mind to live healthier, empowered, mindful, and happier lives.
- TRANSFORMATIVE -
“I have been a patient of Jessica for nearly 10 years. She is personable, relatable, and an all around amazing therapist. She's seen me at my lowest lows and helped me gain the confidence I needed in myself to grow to my highest highs, never once making me feel judged or ashamed for anything. She has always created a safe, judgment free space to express myself, giving healthy, unbiased guidance, and is patient while helping you work through anything you need to. I would recommend her to anyone.”-A.C.
- EMPOWERING -
“Before starting therapy with Jessica I had started working with several therapists in the past, only to get too nervous and end my therapeutic relationship early. Jessica helped me to make progress towards diagnosis and recovery at my own pace, so I was able to stick with therapy and actually commit to improving my mental health. If I have rough patches now, I am able to manage them in a way that I never would have thought was possible even just a year ago!” - JM
- ENLIGHTENING -
"Right from the beginning Jessica made talking about things, even the most personal, very easy. Seeing her on my lunch hour or right from home through telehealth is convenient. She gives you time to talk and work through your emotions, while also providing tools and tips to help overcome any obstacles you may be facing. Jessica has allowed me to see that I am not a burden, feelings are only temporary, and that you can achieve anything that you put your mind to."-NH
- REVELATORY -
“I have had a great experience as a client. I used to be a workaholic, constantly focused on the future. But I've received the advice necessary to see that I wasn't happy and wasn't living my life for myself and in the present.” - JC
Contact Us
Fortitude Mental Health Counseling PLLC is here to support your mental well-being journey in Syracuse and surrounding areas. We encourage you to reach out for any inquiries or to start a conversation about our professional mental health services. Remember, seeking help is a strength, and we're eager to take this journey with you.
Tel: (315) 591-8281