Jenny Cortez

Practical, compassionate therapy with measurable skills

LCSW California

Experience: 14 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy
Languages: English, Spanish

About Jenny

Jenny Cortez brings 14 years of clinical experience to her practice as an LCSW in California. She emphasizes cognitive-behavioral techniques alongside solution-focused strategies to help people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and major life transitions.

Background and approach

Her work aims to translate practical skills into everyday routines so clients can notice real shifts in mood and coping over time. She cultivates an open, nonjudgmental space where emotions and thoughts can be explored honestly, and she encourages clients to view the decision to begin therapy as an important step.

Jenny also addresses related concerns such as communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, panic attacks, mood disorders, self-love, and social anxiety. Sessions incorporate goal-oriented planning and skill building tailored to each person’s needs and preferences, with attention to culturally responsive care delivered in English or Spanish.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Jenny uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy in online work. CBT helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill building, which can be useful for anxiety, panic, low mood, and stress. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on defining clear goals and amplifying strengths to create short-term, achievable change, often useful for life transitions, communication problems, and navigating separation.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jenny partners with each person to explore which methods fit their concerns, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques as the work progresses and checking in about what feels most effective.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy or changing seasons of life while allowing clients to engage in therapy in the format that suits them best.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does this therapist commonly address?

Jenny works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, depression, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, panic disorder, mood issues, self-love, and social anxiety.

What therapeutic style does she use in sessions?

Her approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Solution-Focused Therapy to build practical skills and short-term goal progress. Sessions typically emphasize thought-behavior links and actionable steps toward change.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

She has 14 years of professional experience working with clients in a range of mood and stress-related concerns. That background informs a pragmatic, skills-based style.

Where is the therapist licensed and practicing?

Jenny is licensed as an LCSW in California with license number CA LCSW 66069. She practices from within the state of California.

Are services offered in languages other than English?

Yes, sessions are available in both English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.

What formats are available for sessions?

Therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Pricing depends on those factors.

What are the steps to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. The intake process will guide next steps.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English, Spanish