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Dr. Jessica Temple

Focused, evidence-informed care for everyday challenges

PA Psychologist PS017722, VA Psychologist 0810007495 Virginia

Experience
12 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Sleeping, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Jessica

Dr. Jessica Temple brings a cognitive behavioral approach to her work, combining practical strategies with attention to thoughts, behaviors, and emotions to address stress, anxiety, and sleep difficulties.

Background and approach

As a clinical rehabilitation neuropsychologist licensed in Pennsylvania and Virginia, she draws on 12 years of experience helping people cope with chronic illness, traumatic brain injury, and thinking or memory challenges while also addressing parenting concerns, compassion fatigue, and attention-related difficulties such as ADHD.

Her practice emphasizes collaborative problem solving and teaching skills that people can use between sessions to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning. She creates an accepting, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and develop strategies for better concentration, healthier sleep, and reduced emotional overwhelm.

Dr. Temple also supports work on life transitions, workplace stress, isolation, and women’s issues, tailoring interventions to each person’s goals and circumstances.

Licensed as PA Psychologist PS017722 and VA Psychologist 0810007495, she practices in Virginia and offers a range of session formats to fit varied schedules. Beginning therapy is framed as a courageous first step, and she guides clients through the process with practical tools and compassionate clinical experience.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Dr. Temple commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to guide online work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, offering concrete strategies for stress, anxiety, sleep issues, and concentration problems. ACT emphasizes values-driven action and acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings, which can help with chronic illness, compassion fatigue, and life-purpose concerns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist partners with each client to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and daily realities, and will adapt techniques over time based on what proves most helpful.

Online therapy sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats make it easier to fit consistent care into busy schedules and to practice skills in real-world settings while maintaining continuity of treatment across appointments.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, parenting challenges, compassion fatigue, and ADHD, and also addresses issues related to chronic illness, traumatic brain injury, and workplace stress.
What therapeutic style does she use in sessions?
The practice is grounded in cognitive behavioral methods and integrates ACT, DBT, and mindfulness elements to teach skills for managing thoughts, emotions, and behavior.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 12 years of professional experience, including work with neurocognitive and rehabilitation concerns alongside common mental health challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is credentialed as PA Psychologist PS017722 and VA Psychologist 0810007495 and practices in Virginia.
Does she provide services in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available for appointments?
Clients may meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their needs and scheduling.
How are fees handled for therapy?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to start working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySleeping disordersParenting issuesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityDivorce and separationIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland

Languages

English