Jessica Orndoff, MD, LCSW-C

Jessica Orndoff is a licensed clinician practicing in Maryland who brings a blend of clinical training and years of hands-on experience to her private practice. She holds MD and LCSW-C credentials - MD indicates Doctor of Medicine and LCSW-C denotes a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland - and she draws on a broad foundation of clinical skills developed since graduating from the University of Maryland School of Social Work in 2008. With 11 years of experience in clinical social work, she has supported people of all ages facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and difficulty adjusting to life changes.

Her approach to therapy is holistic and tailored to each personâs needs, integrating techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, and other evidence-informed methods. Jessica frames therapy as a collaborative process that begins where a person is now, identifies strengths and areas for growth, and sets pragmatic goals to move toward meaningful change.

She practices from core social work values - service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, the importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence - and aims to offer a non-judgmental, open space where people feel understood. Prospective clients should note that her availability for live sessions for new clients is currently limited to what is shown on her schedule. If those times do not align, clients may wish to consider other options while hoping for the opportunity to work together in the future.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Therapy

Jessica Orndoff uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills to manage mood and anxiety symptoms; CBT is well suited to concerns like depression, panic, and persistent worry. She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies that teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills, approaches that are helpful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and impulsive behaviors. When trauma is a central concern, Trauma-Focused Therapy techniques are used to address the impact of past experiences and to support gradual recovery in a paced, trauma-informed way.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Jessica works collaboratively with each person to assess goals, preferences, and needs, and she tailors methods over time so the treatment fits the client rather than expecting the client to fit a single model.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people juggling work, family, or mobility constraints. Sessions can be arranged by video call or phone for face-to-face conversation, and live chat or text-based messaging provides additional ways to connect between scheduled meetings. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to use evidence-based methods in ways that match a clientâs life and routine.