Jessica Gayleard

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (#16667) and co‑founder of NC Psychotherapy Services, PLLC, based in Knightdale, NC. I am the co-founder of NC Psychotherapy Services, PLLC, a private practice based in Knightdale, NC, which I operate with fellow clinician Matthew Jennings.

I earned my Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Auburn University and my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Towson University. Since 2017, I have provided therapy in a variety of settings, including community mental health, private practice, hospitals, and rehabilitation centers, gaining extensive experience with neurodevelopmental disorders, behavioral interventions, and family systems.

I work with individuals, couples, and families, with a focus on adults, adolescents, and children navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, and early childhood behavioral concerns. My integrative approach draws from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy, along with advanced training in Eco-Systemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and the Gottman Method for couples.

I believe people are inherently resilient and capable of meaningful change. My goal is to create a supportive, collaborative environment where clients feel understood, empowered, and equipped to navigate life’s challenges.