Jennie Kozlik, LISW

Jennie Kozlik is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with a decade of experience supporting people through a wide range of mental health concerns. She holds an Associate of Arts degree in human services, a Bachelor of Social Work from Youngstown State University, and a Master of Social Science Administration (MSSA) from Case Western Reserve University. Over the years she has worked with clients beginning at age 13 in both inpatient hospital settings and community mental health agencies, building a practical and adaptable approach to care.

Jennie emphasizes a person-centered philosophy, believing that treatment should be tailored to each individual rather than relying on a single method. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to craft interventions that match a client’s goals and circumstances. As a clinician she aims to empower people to strengthen resilience, improve coping skills, and cultivate greater self-worth.

Her areas of focus include adolescent and teen mental and behavioral health, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, grief and bereavement, LGBTQIA+ support, psychosis and schizophrenia, PTSD and trauma, stress, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Jennie connects with clients through video telehealth and seeks to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where individuals can explore their concerns and work toward meaningful change.

Evidence-Based Strategies for Online Care and Support

Jennie frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a structured approach that helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, often focusing on skills that can be applied between sessions.

She also draws on Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT can be particularly helpful for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and reducing self-harming behaviors.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jennie works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy with Jennie offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule consistent sessions, access support from home or work, and integrate therapy into a busy life. Licensed professionals can adapt evidence-based techniques to remote formats, helping clients build skills and move toward their goals with convenience and continuity.