Jennifer Polanco, LPC
- Seven years experience
- Focus on relationships
- CBT and client-centered
About Jennifer Polanco
Her approach centers on collaboration and empowerment - she partners with clients to explore family of origin issues, communication and control problems, feelings of emptiness or isolation, and concerns related to caregiving, cancer, or midlife transitions. She also addresses topics such as forgiveness, guilt and shame, sexuality, commitment questions, and finding life purpose. Jennifer draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to tailor practical strategies and compassionate listening to each person’s goals.
Committed to supporting change, she frames the therapeutic process as a courageous step toward a more fulfilling life and offers steady guidance as clients discover and apply their own strengths to create meaningful shifts.
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Additional Focus Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jennifer Polanco have?
Jennifer Polanco has seven years of professional experience as a therapist.
Is Jennifer Polanco a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Her license is listed as VA LPC 0701006231.
In which languages does Jennifer Polanco provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Jennifer Polanco located?
She is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Jennifer Polanco as my therapist?
You can work with Jennifer Polanco through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jennifer Polanco work with international clients?
Jennifer Polanco does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jennifer Polanco 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.
Client-Centered and CBT Approaches for Online Support
Jennifer Polanco uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where clients lead the conversation and their perspectives guide the work. This approach helps people who need space to explore personal values, relationships, and emotional experience while building self-trust.
She also incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to manage anxiety, low mood, and stress. CBT is often useful for clients seeking structured strategies to change patterns that interfere with daily life.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process - Jennifer works with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. Online therapy with her offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, maintain continuity of care, and stay connected from different locations.