Dr. Cary Jenson, LCSW

Dr. Cary Jenson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 25 years of clinical experience who brings both deep clinical skill and teaching experience to his practice. He served for several years as an associate professor of social work at the University of Maine, and now focuses his practice on helping people navigate complex emotional landscapes, including life transitions, mood challenges, and interpersonal dynamics.

He has particular expertise in treating depression, anxiety, grief, substance misuse, and the emotional shifts that occur in young adulthood, midlife, and aging. His work also addresses caregiver stress, family dynamics, relationship transitions, and the difficult emotions that can accompany loss, guilt, and shame. Dr. Jenson draws on a compassionate, holistic stance that recognizes each person’s experience as unique and worthy of careful attention.

In sessions he emphasizes collaborative, strengths-based work aimed at building resilience, clarifying meaning, and promoting healthier coping across life changes. Whether someone is managing isolation, seeking renewed purpose, or processing significant loss, Dr. Jenson aims to provide steady clinical guidance and practical support to help clients move toward greater emotional wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Cary Jenson draws on client-centered therapy, which focuses on understanding each person’s perspective and creating a supportive environment that honors their values and goals. This approach helps people feel heard and empowers them to explore identity, purpose, and relationships in their own way.

He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a practical approach that helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is often useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related challenges by providing concrete tools for coping and problem solving.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Jenson collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Dr. Jenson is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access care around work, family, and other commitments. These options provide flexibility for scheduling and allow therapists and clients to connect from different locations while maintaining a consistent course of treatment.