Jessica Portelli

Jessica supports students, young adults, and adults to navigate imposter syndrome and burnout. Jessica can help you understand and manage your emotions, gain new perspectives, and develop coping strategies to overcome challenges. She’ll help you build greater confidence, self-acceptance, and self-compassion.

Jessica supports those who are going through personal and professional life transitions (i.e., academic, career, family, and relationships). Jessica will hear your story and help you confidently navigate these changes. Jessica also specializes in helping individuals and families strengthen their role as parents. She can help you navigate the transition to parenthood, understand your parenting perspective, strengthen your relationship with your children, and develop a healthy career/family life balance. Jessica specializes in supporting those who experience mood and anxiety challenges during pregnancy and postpartum.

Jessica is a registered social worker with over 11 years of experience in adult and children’s mental health. Jessica provides a friendly, collaborative, and non-judgmental space to share your experiences and build on your strengths. She recognizes the importance of building trust with you. She will listen to and help you understand who you are, your hopes, and your aspirations in life. She’ll encourage you in your journey with authenticity, warmth, and at times, humour. Jessica draws from her own experiences and uses various modalities including cognitive behavioural therapy, brief narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.

Outside of therapy, Jessica enjoys spending time with her partner and children who help her to be more adventurous. Jessica values self-care and spending time doing things that bring her joy, including reading a good book, going for bike rides, catching up with friends, or having date nights with her partner.