Jenise Aydell-Hontiveros, LCSW

Licensed in Louisiana · 17 years in practice

Jenise Aydell-Hontiveros is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience helping adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

License and registration

LCSW, Louisiana: 9861 · expires August 2026
NPI: 1811124860 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 17
Languages: English

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About Jenise

Jenise Aydell-Hontiveros is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience helping adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She works with people who are overwhelmed by grief, relationship strain, parenting challenges, or struggles with self-esteem and career direction. Sessions are straightforward and focused on practical steps that match each person's goals.

She aims to create a calm, nonjudgmental space for people to talk through what is hardest for them.

Background and approach

Her style centers the client and adapts to individual needs, blending techniques rather than sticking to a single method. Clients can expect a mix of mindfulness practices, problem-solving, and evidence-informed tools during sessions. Her training includes a masters in social work and years of clinical practice in Louisiana.

That background informs how she helps people cope with trauma, chronic pain or illness, panic, and mood difficulties. She also supports those facing divorce, family conflict, and life purpose questions. In sessions she uses clear, short-term strategies when needed and moves at a pace the person can manage.

EMDR may be used for trauma processing alongside approaches that strengthen emotional regulation. The emphasis is on skills that can be used between appointments to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. People who prefer a collaborative, steady approach often find her straightforward and compassionate.

Her goal is to help each person build coping tools, clarify next steps, and feel more able to face life’s challenges.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Jenise lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Depression
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Family problems
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues

Approaches Jenise names

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Online support

Approach and remote care that fit your life

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and aligning treatment to what matters most to the person. It creates space for clients to set goals and for the therapist to follow their lead while offering support and guidance for real-life challenges.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and change patterns that lead to distress. It is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and social phobia by teaching practical skills to manage symptoms day to day.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an approach used to process memories tied to trauma and intense distress. When appropriate, it can be integrated into sessions to reduce the emotional charge of difficult memories and improve functioning.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will work together with each person to choose techniques that match goals, comfort level, and the issues being addressed. Plans are adjusted over time based on progress and feedback so therapy stays useful.

Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for in-depth sessions that benefit from visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when lower bandwidth or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit quick check-ins, journaling support, or when someone prefers typed conversation. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or caregiving schedules while keeping treatment consistent.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, parenting strain, intimacy issues, and career questions. Additional focus areas include chronic pain or illness, panic and mood disorders, and trauma-related concerns.

What is her therapeutic approach like?

The approach is client-centered and adaptable, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and emotionally focused techniques. Sessions emphasize practical skills and a collaborative pace.

How much experience does she have?

She has 17 years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of mental health and life challenges. That experience shapes how she tailors sessions to each person's needs.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Louisiana. Her background includes a masters degree in social work.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences. Each format can be used for regular sessions or brief check-ins.

How is cost handled for therapy?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability and is billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on the subscriber plan and local considerations.

How do I begin working with her?

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