Dr. Jessica Temple

Dr. Jessica Temple is a clinical rehabilitation neuropsychologist who practices in Virginia. She holds PA Psychologist PS017722 and VA Psychologist 0810007495 and brings 12 years of clinical experience to her work. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, sleep problems, parenting strain, compassion fatigue, and attention concerns such as ADHD.

She also supports people dealing with chronic illness, traumatic brain injury, stroke-related thinking changes, and issues around isolation and life purpose. Divorce and separation appear among her additional focus areas. She aims to make the therapy space one where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment.

In sessions she uses practical, evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Those methods are used to teach skills for coping, changing unhelpful patterns, and managing intense emotions.

She works with clients to identify small, useful steps toward change and to practice skills between sessions. The emphasis is on clear goals and tools that can fit into everyday life. Dr. Temple encourages people to take the first step and acknowledges that reaching out for support takes courage.

Her background in neuropsychology informs her attention to thinking, memory, and concentration difficulties after injury or illness. That experience shapes how she adapts interventions for people who are managing cognitive challenges alongside emotional concerns.

Approaches that translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and values-driven action. It helps people move toward what matters despite uncomfortable feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches step-by-step strategies to reduce anxiety and improve sleep.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and will try methods that fit those needs. People often try a mix of techniques and adjust as they learn what helps most.

Confirm the current session options before booking since specific formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow work on skills between sessions. Some people prefer shorter check-ins when life is hectic, while others use longer sessions for deeper work. The focus is on making therapy practical and usable in day-to-day life.