Jennifer Thakur, MEd, LCMHC
Welcome to Hearth Counseling & Consulting
Hello, and thank you for taking the courageous step to prioritize your mental health and well-being. I'm Jennifer Thakur, a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with Hearth Counseling & Consulting, PLLC, licensed to serve clients in North Carolina and Florida.
Education & Professional Background
- Master of Education in Counseling: UNC Chapel Hill 
- Licensure: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) 
- Professional Experience: 
- 13 years in the Wake County School System, focusing on children and adolescents 
- Transitioned to private practice to support young adults, couples, and families 
My Approach to Therapy
I aim to create a safe and judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors at your own pace. Utilizing various evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I tailor each session to meet your unique needs.
Areas of Focus
- Men’s Mental Health – Supporting men in managing stress, navigating relationships, and balancing societal expectations. 
- Life Transitions – Assisting clients through significant changes such as career shifts, parenthood, and identity development. 
- Relationship Strengthening – Helping couples enhance communication, resolve conflict, and build deeper connections. 
- Self-Understanding – Guiding individuals toward greater self-awareness, confidence, and clarity. 
- Self-Esteem & Body Image – Addressing challenges around self-worth and body perception with compassion and care. 
- Pregnancy & Postpartum – Providing emotional support through the challenges and changes of perinatal mental health. 
- Trauma & EMDR Therapy – Helping clients heal from past trauma and reduce symptoms through evidence-based interventions. 
Therapeutic Techniques & Modalities
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Identifying and modifying unhelpful thought patterns 
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) – Processing past traumas and emotional distress 
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy – Developing practical solutions to current challenges 
- Art Therapy – Utilizing creative expression for healing 
- Mindfulness Practices – Cultivating present-moment awareness and stress management 
Insurance Accepted
- BCBS 
- Aetna 
- SHP 
- UHC 
- Heathy Blue 
- Carolina Complete 
- AmeriHealth Caritas 
- UHC Community Plan 
- Wellcare 
- Alliance Health 
- Out-of-network for all others 
Session Availability
- Virtual sessions offered 
 
                        