Just Try Counseling with Jessica Schladt, LPC

04/23/2026

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy, this is your sign to stop putting it off. I’m currently in network with TRICARE East and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield and offer telehealth therapy for clients in Maryland, Virginia, Rhode Island, and Texas.

Getting started is straightforward. You can reach out and we can set up a consultation in less than 24 hours, with the potential to begin sessions soon after.

Learn more or get started here:https://wix.to/RztYENk

04/22/2026

Why does joy feel out of reach sometimes — and how can we begin to notice it again? In my latest blog, I break down why our capacity for joy can shift and offer simple, research-backed ways to make small moments brighter. Read the full piece and start practicing noticing the good in everyday life: https://wix.to/MKL4czx

04/21/2026

“If I need help, does that mean I’m crazy?”

No. It means you’re aware enough to notice something isn’t working and willing to do something about it.

Struggling with mental health is part of being human. It’s not a character flaw. The idea that getting help means something is wrong with you is outdated and doesn’t hold up.

If you’ve been questioning whether to reach out, you’re not alone in that. You can learn more here: https://wix.to/fEAt0D2

04/20/2026

Therapist me when it’s time to do notes at the end of the day: “you know what… that’s disrespectful” 😅

I can fully believe documentation is important and still not want to be doing it. Both can be true. Notes are a necessary part of the work, but that doesn’t mean they’re the most enjoyable part.

There’s a balance between being present in session and then switching into documentation mode afterward. If you’re looking for a therapist who values both, you can learn more here: https://wix.to/BO110Gh

04/20/2026

Why is joy so hard to notice sometimes? In my new blog post, I unpack why joy can feel distant and share simple, actionable ways to start noticing more of it in everyday life. Read the full piece and practices you can use today to invite more moments of warmth and pleasure. https://wix.to/u0AGpHy

What brings you joy? That can be a hard question. For many people, the immediate response is something like, “I don’t know,” “nothing right now,” or even “I used to have things, but not anymore.” That last one shows up a lot when people think back to earlier periods of their life, and ...

04/19/2026

Sometimes it is your circus… but that doesn’t mean everything is your fault.

In therapy, there’s space to validate your experience and your feelings. And there’s also space to look at where you have influence. Not from a place of blame, but from a place of awareness.

Growth often happens in those uncomfortable spots, where you start to recognize what’s within your control and what you want to do with it. If you’re looking for support that includes both validation and challenge, you can learn more here: https://wix.to/d8BCMbC

04/18/2026

Therapist me trying to ask a clarifying question… and accidentally hitting a nerve 😅

Especially early on, a lot of therapy involves asking questions to better understand what’s going on. That process includes some level of guessing while we get to know you, your experiences, and what matters to you.

Most of the time it lands well. Occasionally, it can feel off or more intense than expected. When that happens, it’s something we can talk through and adjust. That’s part of building a strong working relationship and making sure therapy feels helpful for you.

If you’re looking for a space where that process is collaborative, you can learn more here: https://wix.to/g9tdvr9

04/17/2026

Therapist me, internally protective of my clients 😅

No, I’m not offering that as a service, and no, that’s not happening. But there is a real part of this work where I care about the people I work with and want them to be treated well.

That protectiveness shows up as support, validation, and helping you figure out what you want to do when someone isn’t showing up for you in a healthy way. You don’t have to handle those situations on your own. If you’re looking for that kind of support, you can learn more here: https://wix.to/qRuDVvb

04/16/2026

Talking to yourself or singing through your to do list isn’t weird, it can actually help you stay on track.

Saying things out loud gives your brain a way to organize what needs to get done. It can support focus, motivation, and follow through, especially when your mind feels busy or scattered.

It’s a simple way to stay connected to what you’re doing in the moment. If you’re looking for more ways to support your focus and mental health, you can learn more here: https://wix.to/3GJzFjR

04/15/2026

Therapist me trying to keep track of a story with no names 😅

Therapy is confidential. What you share stays in session, outside of specific legal and safety exceptions like mandated reporting. I’m not calling anyone, and you don’t have to filter or generalize to protect other people in the story.

Using names can actually make things clearer and help us stay focused on what’s important. When we’re talking about your brother-in-law’s sister who dated your cousin… I’m doing my best, but names help 😂

If you’re looking for a space where you can speak freely, you can learn more here: https://wix.to/9kh3zEd

04/14/2026

“What you do makes a difference.”

There’s a lot in life that we don’t have control over. It can make it easy to overlook the impact of the smaller, everyday things we do have control over. The way you show up, the choices you make, the way you treat yourself and others, those things matter.

Change and impact don’t always look big or obvious. Most of the time, they’re built through small, consistent actions that add up over time. Those moments aren’t insignificant. If you’re working on creating change in your life, you can learn more here: https://wix.to/6YjiEZN

04/13/2026

A question I often get is- “Do I need therapy?” Discover why therapy can help before things get overwhelming — from breaking the white-knuckling cycle to building tools for everyday life. Read the full post: https://wix.to/XrwC7Id