Dr. Jess Coleman Verified listing

I am a licensed psychologist based in Durham, NC and I work with clients in North Carolina, California, and more than 40 PSYPACT states. I provide evidence-based therapy for adults experiencing reproductive, perinatal, and maternal stressors and transitions. These include, though are not limited to: pregnancy and postpartum mental health challenges (anxiety, intrusive thoughts, depression, trauma), the transition to parenthood, grief after pregnancy and neonatal loss, fertility concerns, birth trauma, invasive medical procedures, hormonal changes, and menstrual concerns. I strive to create an open-hearted and collaborative therapeutic space where my clients feel seen, heard, and cared for. My approach is emotionally attuned, culturally conscious, and grounded in evidence-based care. I specialize in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy that is useful for most mental health difficulties. ACT involves working with clients to explore what they are struggling with, what patterns may keep them stuck, and trying out new behaviors to help them create meaningful change. Through ACT approaches such as mindfulness, clients learn new ways of relating to their thoughts and how to make space for emotions to be felt in a way that feels safe. Clients use these skills in day to day life so that painful emotions and thoughts don’t get in the way of doing what matters, and instead they can live with greater fulfillment, agency and ease.