Jacqueline Baiada , LCSW

Jacqueline Baiada is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with 30 years of experience supporting adults, couples, and families across a range of settings. She has worked with people facing many challenges, including emotional, physical, and sexual trauma, anger management, depression, grief and loss, anxiety, relationship and parenting difficulties, and post-traumatic stress.

Her therapeutic approach blends compassion with direct challenge; she holds that genuine care is essential for building a strong working relationship while thoughtful challenge helps promote meaningful change. Jacqueline combines brief solution-focused techniques with trauma-focused cognitive behavioral methods and narrative approaches, tailoring each treatment plan to the unique needs and goals of the person or family she is working with.

She addresses issues such as communication problems, family of origin concerns, first responder stress, infidelity, multicultural dynamics, phobias, sexual assault and abuse, and young adult transitions. Jacqueline aims to create a collaborative process that honors individual strengths and encourages practical steps forward. She acknowledges the courage it takes to seek change and offers steady support for those ready to begin that journey.

Approaches for Online Support and Healing

Jacqueline Baiada integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and develop practical skills to manage anxiety, anger, and mood challenges. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and stress-reduction practices that can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.

She also draws on Narrative Therapy to explore the stories people tell about themselves and their relationships, helping to uncover strengths and create new, more empowering narratives. Jacqueline collaborates with clients to determine which approaches fit best - she tailors interventions to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences so the plan evolves together rather than being imposed.

Online sessions through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexible options to fit varied schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations, continue work during life transitions, and choose the interaction style that supports progress. Jacqueline aims to help clients find practical, effective ways to move forward using the online methods that suit them best.