Jessyka Venchkoski, LCSW Licensed Psychotherapist Jessyka Venchkoski, LCSW is a psychotherapist licensed in NJ and NY, specializing in treating adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples. Jessyka also serves as an Office Team Lead at Lukin Center. Jessyka applies evidence-based approaches to tailor treatment for her clients, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and relational psychotherapy to address a variety of mental health challenges including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma, substance abuse, relational conflict, caregiver burnout, and more. She completed an externship in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), furthering her specialization in marriage counseling and couples therapy. She also draws inspiration from positive and existential psychology for people seeking to enrich their lives and find deeper meaning. Her training in Trauma-Focused CBT and Crisis Intervention extends to managing acute symptoms including suicidal ideation, problematic sexual behavior in youth and adults, intrusive thoughts, and adjustment and life transition. Throughout her clinical experience, Jessyka has cultivated a sensitivity to working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and family structures, enabling her to skillfully incorporate cultural considerations into therapy. Jessyka holds a Master of Social Work from New York University and a BA in Psychology and Cognitive Science from Montclair State University. Beyond her clinical practice, she serves as a University Lecturer in the Humanities and Social Sciences Department at New Jersey Institute of Technology.
