Bonnie Jackman, LICSW

Bonnie Jackman, LICSW, is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience supporting children, families, and school communities. Her clinical work began in the early 1990s and much of her career has been spent helping young people in school settings, guiding them and their families through periods of crisis, transition, and ongoing struggle. She works with anxiety, depression, peer difficulties, LGBTQ+ concerns, and offers post-concussion support, drawing on years of hands-on experience with students and their caregivers.

Bonnie favors a brief, intermittent approach when appropriate, focusing on clear goals and practical steps to resolve specific issues. For clients and families who want targeted, goal-oriented work, she offers focused plans designed to address the concern and move toward resolution. She is also a resource for navigating school systems and managing conflicts with teachers, and she works collaboratively with school personnel to address challenges that affect the profession.

Bonnie invites prospective clients to reach out to explore whether her style and experience are a good fit. She is willing to discuss options and tailor her approach to what works best for the child, family member, or school professional seeking support.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Bonnie commonly draws from Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in her work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and respect, helping individuals and families explore their feelings and make choices that match their values - it can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and improving relationships. Solution-Focused Therapy is brief and goal-oriented, concentrating on practical steps and small changes that lead toward a desired outcome - this approach aligns with her interest in intermittent, targeted treatment. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches skills to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often used to address anxiety and depression and to develop more effective coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Bonnie collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the plan as progress is made. This collaborative stance helps ensure that therapy remains relevant and focused.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to schedule sessions around school, work, and family life. These options increase accessibility for busy families and allow continuity of care during transitions, while still enabling work with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor treatment to each client's situation.