Jackie Lyons, BA, MSW Intern, Therapist

Jackie is a master's-level counseling intern from Millersville University who is passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, empathy, and evidence-based care. She brings valuable experience working with individuals struggling with substance use disorders, adults facing complex mental health concerns, and children and adolescents experiencing emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges.

Jackie has developed a strong foundation in building meaningful therapeutic relationships and creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. She is skilled in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, stress, relationship difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, and co-occurring concerns. Jackie values meeting clients where they are in their journey and tailoring treatment to each person's unique strengths, goals, and experiences.

She believes that therapy is a collaborative process and is committed to helping clients develop practical coping strategies, increase self-awareness, build resilience, and achieve lasting personal growth. Jackie approaches each client with warmth, authenticity, and a nonjudgmental perspective, fostering an environment where healing and positive change can occur.

Jackie received her associate's degree in psychology from Bucks County Community College and her bachelor of arts in counseling psychology from Del Val University. She has worked in community mental health settings as a behavioral health technician, mental health technician, direct support professional, and intensive case manager. She is a Certified Allied Addiction Practitioner. 

Outside of her professional work, Jackie enjoys hiking and exploring new places, spending time with her family, and maintaining an active lifestyle through fitness and exercise. Her appreciation for balance, wellness, and connection carries into her work with clients as she supports them in creating healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Please reach out to her direct field supervisor, Sara Thomson, LSW, at Sara@heartoftherapy.com to schedule an intake with Jackie.

As part of her internship, Jackie offers low-fee counseling services, helping make quality mental health care more accessible to individuals and families in the community.

Jackie's services are available virtually or in person. Her office is located in Doylestown, PA.