Jessica Gum , LISW-CP

Jessica Gum is a licensed social worker in South Carolina with eight years of professional experience helping adults navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, and grief. She holds the LISW-CP credential, which indicates she is a licensed independent social worker authorized to practice in South Carolina. Jessica works with clients facing a range of concerns including LGBTQ-related issues, depression, and the effects of abuse and loss.

She approaches therapy with respect for each person’s expertise in their own life, helping clients identify and build on existing strengths to address challenges. Jessica emphasizes a collaborative, encouraging style that supports clients as they take meaningful steps toward change. Beginning therapy can feel like a courageous move, and she affirms that reaching out to start that process is an important first step.

Jessica creates a supportive environment where practical strategies and compassionate listening come together to help clients manage symptoms, restore functioning, and pursue healthier relationships with themselves and others.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Jessica uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person's needs. One common focus is cognitive and skills-based work, which helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and learn practical tools for managing anxiety, stress, and mood concerns. Another emphasis is trauma-informed support, which offers paced, compassionate strategies for processing past harm and reducing symptoms related to trauma and abuse. Both approaches are grounded in current research and adapted to the individual's circumstances.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jessica collaborates with clients to explore options, set goals, and adjust techniques as progress unfolds so the work fits the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative process helps people feel involved and empowered in their care.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and integrate therapeutic strategies into daily life while working with a licensed professional.