Jessica Lyszczasz, MSW, LMSW, Therapist in Knoxville, Tennessee

Jessica Lyszczasz received her Master’s degree in social work from the University of Georgia, her Bachelors degree in Counseling from Toccoa Falls College, and brings over nine years of experience in helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. Serving clients in Tennessee, Jessica is passionate about creating a non-judgmental, supportive space where adults and teens feel heard, empowered, and motivated to make meaningful changes in their lives. She provides individual, couples, and family therapy, focusing on a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and substance use. Using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques, she helps clients build practical skills for emotional regulation and personal growth. Jessica is particularly passionate about supporting clients who face complex and layered challenges, such as PTSD and trauma, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, and post-partum depression and anxiety. She also has specialized expertise in helping clients navigate life transitions, such as midlife changes, later life adjustments, and managing the mental health effects of chronic medical conditions. Jessica’s unique skill set includes Circus Arts Therapy, a movement-based therapy that incorporates physical activity to promote healing and self-expression. This specialized approach allows her to meet clients where they are, blending traditional therapeutic methods with creative interventions for holistic care. Jessica’s practice is inclusive, welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, including military personnel, veterans, and the LGBTQ+ community. She works with populations ranging from teens and young adults to seniors, providing tailored care that respects each person’s unique life stage and mental health needs. In her free time, Jessica enjoys spending time with her partner and fur babies, cooking, staying active through circus arts and gym workouts, and embracing the outdoors. Her personal interests reflect her commitment to balance and self-care, qualities she brings into her therapeutic work. Jessica is currently accepting new clients in Tennessee, where she continues to offer compassionate, expert mental health services.