Jill Hazell

Jill Hazell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20 years of experience. She offers a calm, down-to-earth approach that helps people sort through hard moments and build on their strengths. Jill works with a wide range of concerns and brings warmth and a sense of humor to sessions.

Her background includes work with child abuse and trauma survivors and current practice in a middle school setting. That mix gives her experience with both acute crises and everyday stressors. She has supported people facing depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, bullying, ADHD, and sexual or emotional trauma.

Jill’s style is client-centered and relaxed. She listens first, then helps people identify practical steps they can try. Sessions emphasize strengths, small experiments, and clearer ways of thinking about problems.

Her approach draws on cognitive behavioral techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, existential ideas, and motivational conversation. Jill adapts those methods to each person’s needs and goals rather than using one fixed plan.

People who work with her can expect straightforward feedback and a focus on usable tools for daily life. She aims to help people feel more able to cope, make decisions, and move forward after difficult events. Jill welcomes international clients and conducts sessions from Missouri.

How these approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages identifying personal values and taking small, committed actions toward them. It can help when life changes feel overwhelming or when someone wants clearer direction after a separation or loss. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, depression, and unhelpful habits. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and supporting a person’s own insights to build confidence and coping skills.

Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Jill will collaborate with each person to decide what methods fit their goals and comfort level. That can mean trying short experiments, adapting techniques over time, and checking in about what feels most helpful.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online therapy useful for fitting sessions into a busy week, maintaining continuity when life is changing, or accessing a licensed professional from a different location. Online work can make it easier to use mindfulness exercises, practice skills between meetings, and keep progress steady while managing daily responsibilities.