Child, Adolescent, and Family Therapy
Educational Consultation and Training
Branch Counseling and Consulting helps children and families build the skills and confidence to navigate life's challenges — in person in New Jersey and New York City, or online.
Our services
At Branch Counseling and Consulting, therapy is centered on helping children and families build the skills and confidence they need to navigate life's challenges. Every child is unique, so our work together starts with understanding each child's strengths, experiences, and individual needs.
Therapy may include a combination of conversation, play-based techniques, skill-building activities, and collaboration with parents and caregivers — creating a safe environment where children feel comfortable expressing themselves while developing tools that support emotional growth and resilience.
Working together with families
Parents and caregivers play an important role in the therapeutic process. When appropriate, therapy may include parent check-ins and collaborative conversations about how to support your child at home and in school.
Our goal is to partner with families to create a supportive and consistent environment for children, both inside and outside of therapy.
Areas of focus
Branch Counseling and Consulting supports children and families with a variety of concerns, including:
- Anxiety and emotional regulation
- ADHD and executive functioning challenges
- School-related stress
- Social and peer difficulties
- Trauma and life transitions
- Parenting support
A supportive, respectful environment
We believe children thrive when they feel understood, respected, and supported. Therapy is designed to help children build self-awareness, confidence, and healthy coping strategies while strengthening family relationships.
In-person sessions in New Jersey and New York City.
Online appointments also available.
About Jessica
Jessica B. Matthews
LCSW, MSEd
Jessica B. Matthews, LCSW, MSEd, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and experienced school leader with a deep commitment to supporting children, youth, and families.
She offers counseling services, executive functioning coaching, and school consultations to help students thrive academically and emotionally — bringing a unique blend of clinical expertise and educational background to her work with families and schools alike.
Jessica provides counseling services in New Jersey and New York, as well as virtually.
Contact us
We look forward to the opportunity to connect.