Jessica Brenneman, MA, LPCC

“Vulnerability is not winning or losing; it’s having the courage to show up and be seen when you have no control over the outcome. Vulnerability is not weakness; it’s our greatest measure of courage.”
— Brene Brown
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About Me

Hi, I’m Jess, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.

I believe you are more than what has happened to you. Your experiences may have shaped parts of your story, but they do not define your worth, your identity, or the life you are capable of creating.

My hope is that when you sit with me, you feel supported, known, and heard. I want you to know that you matter and that you do not have to navigate the difficult parts of life alone. Therapy can be a place where you can slow down, make sense of the connections between your experiences and the patterns you carry today, and begin to understand yourself with greater compassion.

I am especially drawn to deeper therapeutic work and the process of helping people move from simply surviving toward living a life that feels more peaceful, meaningful, and fulfilling.

What I tend to focus on

  • Trauma can continue to affect the way we see ourselves, relate to others, respond emotionally, and experience the world—even long after the original experience has passed. I am drawn to helping clients explore these connections at a pace that feels safe and manageable. Together, we can begin to understand the protective patterns that developed along the way and create space for healing, growth, and greater peace.

  • Sometimes we know what we are feeling, but we don't understand why we keep responding in the same ways. I enjoy helping clients slow down and explore their emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and deeply held narratives with curiosity rather than judgment. Through greater self-understanding and practical tools, we can work toward a kinder inner voice, healthier ways of coping, and a stronger sense of control in your life.

  • When difficult experiences have shaped the way you see yourself, it can be hard to recognize your own value. I am passionate about helping clients reconnect with the parts of themselves that may have felt unseen, unheard, or unimportant. This deeper work can create opportunities to develop self-love, challenge old beliefs, and build a more compassionate relationship with yourself.

How I Help

My approach is intentional, collaborative, and flexible. I tend to move slowly because I want to understand the connections between what you have experienced, how you think and feel, and the patterns that may be showing up in your life today.

I am direct while remaining empathetic and attuned to where you are. I believe therapy should have room for whatever is surfacing for you in the moment. Sometimes that means exploring something new that has come up during the week; other times, we return to something from a previous session that deserves more attention.

My work incorporates approaches such as CBT, DBT, and somatic strategies, along with deeper trauma and inner-child work when appropriate. Rather than following a rigid structure, I meet you where you are and work collaboratively to find what is most helpful.

What Clients Often Experience

Clients share that our work helps them:

  • Feel genuinely heard, supported, and understood

  • Have a safe space to explore difficult experiences without judgment

  • Recognize connections between past experiences and present-day patterns

  • Develop more compassionate and positive self-talk

  • Learn to understand and respond to emotions in healthier ways

  • Grow in self-worth and self-love

  • Experience greater confidence in who they are and what they need

  • Move toward a fuller, more productive, and peaceful life

More About Me

Outside of counseling, I enjoy spending time with my kiddos, walking, and being outdoors. Nature helps me slow down and feel grounded. I also enjoy creative hobbies such as embroidery and crocheting, and I love to write.

I am an avid Ohio State Buckeyes fan, an animal lover, and a devoted coffee enthusiast. One of my favorite ways to recharge is sitting on the porch with my husband, drinking coffee, and simply listening to the music of nature.

I also bring personal understanding to my work. I have experienced trauma myself and have spent years, with the support of my own therapist, doing the work of healing. That experience has reinforced my belief that healing is possible, even when the process takes courage and requires us to show up through the difficult parts. I know firsthand that the road may not always be easy, but there can be peace on the other side of the storm.

My hope is to help others discover that same possibility—to recognize their worth, reconnect with themselves, and create a life that feels more like their own.

Education & Professional Affiliations

Education:

  • MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Liberty University (2026)

  • BA in Psychology, University of Phoenix (2021)

Professional Associations:

  • American Counseling Association

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