Jennifer Kempner , LCSW

Jennifer Kempner, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and holder of a Master of Education (MEd), is a New York based psychotherapist with 25 years of clinical experience working with children, adults, and couples. She addresses a broad range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship and family challenges, grief, trauma and abuse, LGBT issues, ADHD, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, parenting, career concerns, bipolar disorder, and other life transitions. Her practice also includes focused support for forgiveness, life purpose, and cultivating self-love.

Jennifer primarily uses a client-centered approach, meeting each person where they are and tailoring interventions to individual needs. She integrates evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused techniques as appropriate. Sessions begin with a conversation about what brought someone to therapy and then move toward collaboratively defined short-term and long-term goals that guide the work.

Known for treating others as she would wish to be treated, Jennifer aims to help people feel respected, understood, and supported while they navigate change and build coping strategies. She welcomes new clients and works with them to find practical paths forward based on their priorities and values.

Approaches and Online Therapy with Jennifer Kempner

Jennifer integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral approaches to help people address many kinds of concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed action - it can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and living with upsetting symptoms. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, listening, and collaboration so the person leads the pace and content of change - it supports relationship issues, grief, self-esteem, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors into more effective responses, which is often useful for depression, anxiety, and anger.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Jennifer works collaboratively with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences. She will discuss options and adapt techniques so they fit the client’s pace and priorities.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity during transitions, and access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations.