Jenny Ortega , LCSW

Jenny Ortega was born in Havana, Cuba and brings a bilingual perspective to her work, conducting therapy in both English and Spanish. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - in Florida (FL LCSW SW16733), she combines formal training and real-world experience to support people facing a wide range of challenges.

She earned a Master of Social Work with an Advanced Clinical Concentration from Saint Leo University in 2016, and her background includes training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered methods, and solution-focused techniques. Jenny draws from multiple approaches and an eclectic style to tailor care to each person she meets, aiming for practical skills that help with stress management, anxiety relief, mood concerns, and coping after trauma.

Her experience includes working with older adults, children and adolescents on the autism spectrum, survivors of physical and sexual abuse, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. She has a particular passion for supporting women and children affected by trauma and works to build trust while remaining sensitive to their needs.

Jenny meets people where they are and offers sessions by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. She continues to expand her professional knowledge through research and training and seeks to teach skills that make daily life easier while accompanying people on the journey toward improved well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Jenny Ortega integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral techniques to help people explore their priorities and develop practical skills. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, creating space for individuals to lead the pace and focus of sessions while the therapist offers support and reflection. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress, often using concrete tools and homework to build new coping strategies.

Jenny also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills when appropriate, teaching emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness techniques that help manage intense feelings and improve relationships. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Jenny works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Jenny is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and receive support from wherever the person is located within Florida, all while preserving the collaborative, skills-based focus of her practice.