All paths to healing begin with the first courageous step
Welcome to The Center for Healing Hearts. Through our individual therapy services for children and adolescents, Jessie will walk alongside you or your child on your pathway to healing.
Jessie works with clients living in the states of Colorado and Montana aged 4-23 years old (specializing in 6-12 year olds), with all sessions occurring virtually at this time. Please reach out for a free 15 minute consultation to see if we would make a great fit and we can talk about next steps.
Let’s explore how therapy can support your journey
Meet Jessie Sidhu, LCSW
Child & Adolescent Therapist
Hi, I’m Jessie
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in beautiful Colorado. I’ve had the privilege of providing therapy to children, teens, and families in school settings, both in Denver and internationally, and I’m excited to bring this experience to our virtual sessions.
I am deeply passionate about this work and believe that you, as the client, are the expert in your own journey. My role as your therapist is to equip you with tools for well-being and resilience, guiding you along your natural path to healing. I take a strengths-based approach, ensuring that no matter the challenges you face, you will leave our sessions feeling more confident and authentically yourself.
I work with clients aged 4 to 23 on various concerns, including trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, anger, life transitions, support for LGBTQIA+ populations, school-related issues, and more. I tailor my therapeutic techniques to your unique needs and interests, using methods such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, somatic awareness, IFS, play therapy, art therapy, nature-based therapy, and breathwork. I also incorporate psycho-educational resources, like books and stuffed animals, to engage children effectively. I enjoy discussing the neuroscience behind mental health and can explore EMDR further if it resonates with you. For children, I emphasize the importance of caregiver involvement, considering the whole family system in the healing process.
In my free time, I enjoy being with my friends and family, as well as painting, fishing, woodworking, practicing and teaching yoga, hiking, and camping in the mountains!
I am committed to providing you with compassion and care as we embark on this journey together. I look forward to meeting you!
Explore what we offer…
Child Therapy
Does your elementary or middle school aged child suffer from anxiety? Do they seem to have less interest in things that used to bring them joy? If your child has experienced grief & loss, trauma, anxiety, bullying, family changes, depression, or difficulty managing their anger this is the right place! I’ve spent 3 years specializing my work with 5-10 year olds in their elementary schools and cherish their resiliency! Through play therapy, art therapy, somatic awareness, using psycho-educational books, and more we can help your child find their bright light again!
Adolescent Therapy
If you are a high-school or college student, we can walk this path together. Whether you have experienced trauma, have changes happening in your family, are exploring your identity, experience social anxiety, want to build your confidence and explore your strengths, feel off, depressed, or anxious, or just want to learn about mental health and help yourself feel better overall, this may be the space for you! I use a variety of therapy interventions to help aid healing and foster confidence & empowerment alongside youth.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR is a structured psychotherapy approach that uses bilateral stimulation (like eye movements) to help individuals process traumatic memories and reduce associated distress, aiming to change how the brain stores these memories. This process facilitates the resolution of trauma-related symptoms and promotes healing and is one of the most effective trauma processing methods. Jessie has completed both levels 1 and 2 of EMDR training and can work with all ages (yes! even kids!) in healing trauma memories and reducing the impact of past trauma through EMDR
Other Interventions…
Some other interventions I love to use include art therapy, experiential therapy (using your environment), CBT, DBT, narrative therapy (let’s change your story!), play therapy, bibliotherapy, strengths-based approach, relational approach (I want you to feel SEEN and UNDERSTOOD), IFS (exploring and learning to love all parts of yourself), somatic body awareness (I am a certified yoga instructor and also have additional certifications in child and trauma informed yoga that can help inform body-aware practices which are especially helpful for anxiety and dissociation)
What’s the process?
Taking the first step toward healing is a powerful decision. Therapy is about self-discovery, resilience, and real change. Here’s what you can expect when working with me:
Schedule A Phone Consultation
Brief 15-minute introductory call
Get Setup on Your Online Portal
Sign necessary documentation
First Appointment: Intake Process (if the client is a child, their adult will be involved with the intake)
Discuss your primary goals
Ongoing Psychotherapy
Gain insight and clarity about yourself to instill the change you want to see in yourself
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy is a confidential and collaborative process where a trained therapist works one-on-one with a client to address personal challenges, improve emotional well-being, and develop coping skills in a safe and supportive environment. For children, I welcome parent conversations either at the start or end of the session. As my client, you also receive additional services such as (with a signed release of information) connecting with teachers, schools, psychiatrists, or caregivers outside of the home as needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Insurance
Do You Accept My Insurance?
I do not accept insurance at this time, and all therapy sessions are private pay. This allows for greater flexibility in your treatment without the restrictions insurance can place on your care. However, you may use an HSA account, and I can provide a superbill—an itemized receipt—that you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement.
Court Involvement
Can you participate in custody decisions?
No, I do not participate in court proceedings, including child custody or family law matters. My primary focus is supporting the emotional well-being of children and adolescents. I am not a Custody Evaluator and am not trained to provide opinions or assessments for legal disputes. If you’re looking for a therapist to be involved in legal proceedings, I’m afraid this isn’t the right place, but I’m here to offer the support your child needs.
Confidentiality
Is everything said in therapy confidential?
The information shared between yourself, and your therapist is confidential with a few exceptions. The exceptions are:
Known and suspected child and elder abuse
Danger to yourself or another or gravely disabled
Duty to Warn: if you report a serious, imminent physical violent act towards yourself or other(s)
A court order demanding the release of information
Clients under the age of 12
Your Wellness, Your Pace
At this time, I am only offering virtual sessions through Telehealth for clients currently in Colorado or Montana. This is a great way to remove barriers to receiving care, providing flexibility and accessibility so we can meet at a time and place that works best for you!