Jasmine Owarish-Gross , LCSW

Jasmine Owarish-Gross is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who brings hands-on experience from both inpatient medical and psychiatric settings to her counseling work. She has primarily supported teens and adults across the lifespan and has provided counseling for about seven years, integrating a practical, strengths-focused perspective into care.

Jasmine emphasizes a strengths-based approach, helping people identify and build on the abilities and resources they already possess. She also promotes a whole-body perspective on wellbeing, believing that mental health and physical health affect one another. Her background in sports medicine informs her work on behavioral change and supports clients in making sustainable lifestyle adjustments that reinforce therapeutic goals.

Recognizing that asking for help can be difficult, Jasmine values the decision to seek support and aims to empower clients as they work toward meaningful change. She approaches each person with respect and a focus on realistic, client-centered outcomes, and she looks forward to partnering with individuals who are ready to pursue growth and improved wellbeing.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Jasmine Owarish-Gross draws on evidence-based methods to guide online work, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and develop psychological flexibility - it supports coping with difficult thoughts and emotions while moving toward meaningful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and learning practical skills to change behaviors and improve mood, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, and stress.

Finding the right approach is often a collaborative process. Jasmine works with clients to explore which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and shorter interactions are possible via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to access regular support around work, family, and daily responsibilities, allowing licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent care that adapts to a client’s schedule and life circumstances.