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Jenny Ortega, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Jenny is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Jenny. View 50 reviews
Great news, Jenny is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English and Spanish
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

Very easy to talk to. She listens to what I have to say and gives great feedback.

Reviewed November 2024

Jenny is amazing. I have come so far in the past couple of years and I could not done it without her.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Jenny

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

My name is Jenny Ortega, and I was born in Havana, Cuba. I am fluent in Spanish and English, and I enjoy working with individuals from all cultures. I am an LCSW in the state of Florida. I graduated from Saint Leo University in 2016 with a Master's in Social Work -Advanced Clinical Concentration. My training and background have provided me with the skills to work in many different settings with a diverse clientele. In addition to providing counseling and education for stress management and anxiety relief, I am experienced in working with those suffering from depression and other mood disorders. I have worked with vulnerable populations such as older adults, children and adolescents on the autism spectrum, survivors of physical and sexual abuse, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I have a passion for working with women and children who have experienced trauma, and I am able to build trust while being sensitive to their special needs. I am mostly trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Client Centered, and Solution Focused Therapy, though I like to draw from multiple approaches and employ an eclectic style in therapy. My combined set of skills afford me the ability to treat in a holistic manner. I consistently add to my knowledge base by researching and attending educational training to enhance my professional skills. I will meet you where you are and provide support through whichever means you are most comfortable with, whether video, talk, or text. I hope to teach you skills that will make your life a bit easier. It is a privilege and an honor to join you on this journey to a healthier you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Jenny Ortega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942749320.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW16733 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Jenny Ortega

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

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Very easy to talk to. She listens to what I have to say and gives great feedback.

Reviewed November 2024

Jenny is amazing. I have come so far in the past couple of years and I could not done it without her.

Reviewed September 2024

Jenny quickly came up with the correct path for me to take to resolve my issue. She is a great listener, empathetic and quite intelligent. A very good friend indeed

Reviewed March 2024

Jenny has supported me through many life transitions, events, and day to day stress. She approaches each session with care, understanding, a little bit of humor, and a splash of much needed direct feedback. I appreciate that she will draw from her own life experiences as appropriate to make me feel less alone in what I am going through. She has changed my life for the better and I am grateful to have met her and be on my personal growth journey with her as my guide.

Reviewed February 2024

Fantastic!

Reviewed November 2021

Jenny is phenomenal.

Reviewed January 2024

Jenny has been amazing so far. Very understanding. I would recommend her to anyone

Reviewed December 2023

Jenny has saved my life and my mental health in the small time I have known her. She is amazing!

Reviewed September 2023

Jenny has been such a blessing and has helped me so much.

Reviewed June 2023

Jenny has changed my life in so many ways, I have been working with her for about 2 years and I can't believe the amount of growth I have made in this time. I have learned how to cope with daily stress (work/family/relationship) while prioritizing my own needs. She is direct, generous, patient, and thoughtful, I appreciate that she will give her input on any situation which provides new clarity on a situation.

Reviewed June 2023

Jenny has been incredible! Absolutely recommend. Great listener with great insights and feedback!

Reviewed June 2023

I have been working with Jenny for a little over a yer. She listens carefully and cares about your concerns and needs. She’s always providing me with a lot of helpful resources.

Reviewed May 2023

Jenny is an amazing therapist. She is very practical and reality oriented. Her advice and guidance is always valuable. She’s compassionate but also will share the truth when needed.

Reviewed March 2023

Jenny is knowledgeable in the forward approach designed to move towards change with urgency. Practical. She also is a good listener to grasp my situation.

Reviewed March 2023

Jenny has helped me grow to new levels I never pictured. I am so grateful for her help in finding the best version of myself

Reviewed March 2023

She's been patient and understanding and allows me to take my time if I need a moment or so before continuing on.

Reviewed February 2023

She is great, responds fast. Super nice to talk to. Super helpful.

Reviewed January 2023

Jenny is simply the best.

Reviewed December 2022

She is thoughtful and attentive; always willing to adapt to any topic I want to discuss in our sessions while also holding me accountable for working on my journal and other aspects in my life that I am working on changing. I'm grateful for how she has helped me reach my personal growth goals!

Reviewed December 2022

The best therapist ever! In a couple of sessions she has made me see life in a different way. Thank you Jenny!

Reviewed November 2022

She is very empathetic and very good at making you feel at ease, very personable

Reviewed November 2022

Jenny is hands down amazing! She has been such an instrumental part of my mental and emotional success this past year. She is thoughtful, has a human touch, and very knowledgeable without being over the top. She’s simply amazing!

Reviewed November 2022

she is a very sweet person and makes a very comfortable environment!

Reviewed November 2022

Fantastic help, couldn’t have asked for a better match.

Reviewed September 2022

Jenny has been such help and has provided so much support.

Reviewed August 2022

Jenny is a great therapist! She has a lot of varied experience, and I feel confident in her outlook in helping me navigate some very trying times in my life. I would highly recommend Jenny to anyone in need of help figuring things out and dealing with a dark time.

Reviewed July 2022

Jenny has been such a great help in my journey of self discovery and through my depression. She has changed my attitude completely on therapy, as I was hesitant to start it back up again. I'm glad I joined betterhelp and was paired with her.

Reviewed June 2022

She’s been helping me handle my life through the thick and thin and hearing her advice, guidance, life stories and her knowledge helps me go through things better than I feel I could’ve alone. They’ve been a really, really great help for me and knowing someone is catching up with me through my life and struggles and thoughts with strong insight just feels great. A great person to talk to.

Reviewed May 2022

A good listener and through. Supportive. I look forward to wearing with her. Fantastic times and availability.

Reviewed May 2022

The best.

Reviewed May 2022

Very helpful

Reviewed February 2022

Jenny has helped me through the hardest part of my life and really helped give me perspective, give me confidence and standup for myself.

Reviewed February 2022

Jenny is incredibly thoughtful and a great listener. She circles back to things we discussed weeks ago, and helps me make connections between my action and my goal

Reviewed January 2022

jenny is so supportive and kind. she always listensand provides the recourses i need!!

Reviewed January 2022

Jenny has been instrumental to my recovery from a very bad depressive episode. I would recommend her to anyone. She is an excellent therapist.

Reviewed December 2021

Jenny listens and offers great suggestions. Much of what she suggest, makes me think and learn myself. She is encouraging and has my back. It feels good knowing I can reach out to someone who cares.

Reviewed December 2021

Jenny was very relatable and easy to open up too. I feel like I’m sharing with a friend m. I felt that my situation was too unique and complex and I didn’t think a therapist was going to fully understand what I was dealing with spiritually. I expected therapy to be cold, textbook, and scientific. She broke every stereotype that gave me apprehension about seeking professional help. I really felt a connection, that confirmed how BetterHelp tailors your therapist to your needs. It feels divine.

Reviewed December 2021

Jenny is an authentic person and you can feel it. I've been working with Jenny for a few months now, and it has truly been a pleasure. She is very open minded, and she does not force or pressure. She hears you, and the insight that she provides is very valuable. She is really paying attention, and you can tell. I have nothing but good things to say. I think her commitment to learning and exposing herself to diverse environments so that she is open minded and understanding is a plus. Thank you Jenny!

Reviewed December 2021

Jenny listens and has such a caring tone to her voice. I am honestly so lucky to have been matched with her, I don’t think I would be this comfortable with anyone else!

Reviewed December 2021

Jenny had been nothing but a breathe of fresh air. She is easy to talk to and is very patient. She brings a great attitude and is always quick to respond. I am extremely grateful to find a great person to help me better my life.

Reviewed November 2021

Spending time with Jenny these past few months have been really transformative. She’s really there for you and is willing to be there every step of the way. I feel like even when I don’t even know what I’m feeling or talking about she understands and helps me understand what I’m going through in ways I never thought before. It’s like talking to a friend or a relative.

Reviewed November 2021

She’s the best! Always very accommodating and flexible.

Reviewed November 2021

Genuine, friendly, amazing!

Reviewed November 2021

She is awesome doesn’t judge great listener and provides honest and good input to your needs , I’ve been with her a couple of times and I tend to ramble on sometimes ( ok like now, lol) but it all serious ness she is a great therapist I highly recommend her.

Reviewed September 2021

So far she listens & challenges me everyday. I like how comfortable she makes me feel to open up. She is definitely a dedicated therapist & very interactive. I love that. She writes me everyday if I write to her.

Reviewed August 2021

She is amazing! I didn’t want to ask for help but when I finally did I was matched with Jenny and I’m so grateful I was! She listens and truly cares. Helps change my perspective. Calls me out when needed. I’m completely comfortable talking to her because I know there’s no judgement.

Reviewed August 2021

I’ve had a few sessions with Jenny and from the beginning I’ve felt comfortable and understood to continue. She listens and cares about her clients and it’s evident every session. Really appreciate Jenny’s effort and understand nature.

Reviewed August 2021

Jenny is an amazingly compassionate therapist who understands the needs of her clients! Very appreciative to be receiving counseling from her.

Reviewed July 2021

Jenny is a very kind and understanding professional. She listens and gives advice I wouldn’t have otherwise thought about.

Reviewed May 2021

She is so understanding and helpful as well as available. I feel really comfortable talking to her and that’s honestly the best feeling. She will always give the best and unbiased hard truth advice that’s needed. I’m looking forward to further working with her :)

Reviewed May 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Jenny Ortega offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Jenny Ortega works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Jenny Ortega speak?

Jenny Ortega speaks English and Spanish.

How many years of experience does Jenny Ortega have?

Jenny Ortega has 4 years of experience.

Where is Jenny Ortega licensed to practice?

Jenny Ortega is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Jenny Ortega accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Jenny Ortega accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Jenny Ortega offer?

Jenny Ortega offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Jenny Ortega?

Jenny Ortega can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Jenny Ortega?

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