Accepting New Clients
Now for teletherapy
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About Jillian Graham, LCSW |
Online EMDR Therapy in California
🤍 About Me
Welcome—I’m glad you’re here.
If you’re reading this, you may be looking for change. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what comes next.
Whatever brought you here, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
My name is Jillian Graham, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with over 20 years of experience providing therapy to children and adults. I offer online therapy for adults throughout California, supporting individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, autism, and life stress.
🌿 A Little About My Background
I earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC) in 2003.
Over the years, I have worked in a variety of behavioral health settings, including:
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Private practice
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Mental health hospitals
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Group homes
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Foster care systems
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Wraparound programs as a behavioral therapist
These experiences have shaped how I show up as a therapist—grounded, compassionate, and focused on meeting each person where they are.
🎓 My Educational Background
🌱 My Approach to Therapy
I named my practice A Better Understanding, Inc. because I believe therapy is about helping you develop a deeper, more compassionate understanding of yourself and your experiences.
When things feel overwhelming or unclear, it can be hard to see a way forward.
Therapy can help you:
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Make sense of what you’re feeling
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Understand patterns in your life and relationships
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Process past experiences that may still be affecting you
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Build tools to feel more grounded and supported
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Move toward a life that feels more manageable and meaningful
My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. You don’t need to have the “right words” or know exactly where to start—we begin with what feels manageable for you.
💻 Online Therapy in California
I provide online therapy for adults in California, allowing you to meet from a space that feels comfortable and familiar.
Online therapy can support you with:
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Trauma and past experiences
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Anxiety and overthinking
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Depression and low mood
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Autism and burnout from masking
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Stress, overwhelm, and life transitions
Many people find that meeting online makes it easier to open up and stay consistent with therapy.
🤍 Moving Toward a Better Understanding
You may have been carrying a lot on your own for a long time.
Therapy offers a space where you can begin to slow down, feel supported, and gain clarity about what you need.
A better understanding of yourself can lead to:
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Feeling more in control of your life
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Responding to challenges with more confidence
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Building stronger, more meaningful relationships
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Feeling more connected to who you are
🌿 You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
If you’re ready to take the next step, I would be honored to support you.
You deserve to feel understood, supported, and more at ease in your life.
If you’re looking for online therapy in California, I invite you to reach out.
👉 Schedule a consultation with Jillian Graham LCSW by emailing
jillian@abetterunderstandinginc.com
Bachelor Degree in Psychology, San Diego State University, Fall 2000. Psi Chi Honor Society. Course work in psychology: abnormal, child development, personality, health, sexuality, learning, and social development.
Master Degree in Social Work, University of Southern California, Spring 2003. Course work in mental health practice, substance abuse, human behavior and development, policy analysis, and research.
Florida Institute of Technology, Applied Behavior Analysis Program, 12 CE units completed March 2019. Course work completed in principles and elements of behavior analysis, developing, strengthening, and maintaining behavior, decreasing, eliminating, and replacing problem behavior, Ethical and professional conduct of behavior analysis’s.
Other Services Offered With A Better Understanding, Inc.
As a licensed therapist with nearly 20 years of experience, I specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma. I’m dedicated to creating a warm, supportive space where you can feel understood and empowered.
Additionally, I have understanding and experience supporting neurodivergent adults and parents of children with ADHD, autism, or anxiety, tailoring our sessions to your unique needs. I strive to understand you and your mental health treatment needs and am here to provide support and understanding so that you can start to feel better in life.
Begin Working With An California Mental Health Therapist today
Even when today feels overwhelming, there is always hope. Healing from anxiety, depression, trauma, or anything that’s holding you back is possible. I encourage you to take that first step toward wholeness, and I’m here to support you on your journey to becoming your best self. I am happy to offer confidential teletherapy services from her California-based therapy practice working with clients across the state. To start your therapy journey, please follow these simple steps:
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Reach out to Jillian Graham, licensed therapist to have a free consultation for mental health therapy.
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Have your first appointment with A Better Understanding, Inc.
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Start receiving the support you deserve!