Jessica Riocci, LMFT

Jessica uses a systemic theoretical orientation and integrates experiential, mindfulness, cognitive, behavioral, and somatic interventions depending on the client’s needs. Jessica’s clients often leave therapy with new helpful perspectives, increased self-awareness, more compassionate self-talk, action steps to help them achieve their goals, and more experience and skills in mindfulness, feeling safer in their body, processing and integrating painful experiences, and staying within their window of tolerance amidst a wider range of emotions. Jessica works with children and adults. When working with children, parent involvement is encouraged and parenting support is provided. Jessica’s style is warm, creative, and intuitive. When a client first comes in, the presenting problem, history, exceptions to the presenting problem, current supports, and goals for therapy are explored. Jessica is dedicated to providing a relationship that is collaborative and respects you as the authority and change-maker in your life. Jessica is particularly passionate about serving the perinatal population. Jessica has advanced training in the area of maternal mental health, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and postpartum care. Jessica received a Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fairfield University. Jessica previously served as a Marriage and Family Therapist at Coastal Connecticut Counseling, Southwest CT Mental Health Systems, and Discovery Behavioral Health which gave her valuable experience in working with children, families, adolescents, the mental health system at large, and clients struggling with significant anxiety and depression. Outside of private practice, Jessica enjoys spending time in nature, creating art, reading, and exploring other healing modalities and traditions from cultures across time and space.