Jessica Parr, LIMHP, LADC, CPSS

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Director of Residential Services

Top 5 Strengths: Achiever, Learner, Responsibility, Restorative, Input

Kolbe A: 8822

Working Genius: TW – DE – IG

 

Meet Jessica Parr, The Well’s Director of Residential Services. Jessica is a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), and Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS). With a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Jessica brings education and passion for supporting individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges.

Jessica’s journey in the Human Service Field started in 2011, shaping her understanding of the complexities individuals face.

“My interest in working in the mental health field started when I was in junior high, and never stopped! I actually had no intention of working in the substance use field or obtaining my LADC until my last year of my Master’s program when I was encouraged by my advisor to check out The Well for my internship. And now I can’t imagine doing anything else!”

Joining The Well in 2014 as a Master’s level Intern, she progressed to Dual Disorder Counselor in 2015, and then as the agency grew, Jessica stepped into her current role in 2020. Jessica is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Beyond her professional achievements, Jessica finds strength in her family and enjoys extended camping trips with her husband, two children, and pets. Indulging in her passion for reading, self-care days working on tattoos, and a secret love for all things Harry Potter, Jessica brings a unique charm to her multifaceted interests.

Driven by her belief in providing opportunities for those facing mental health and substance use barriers, Jessica’s commitment to The Well’s mission aligns seamlessly with her passion, working with people with severe and persistent mental illnesses, specifically people experiencing psychosis. She exemplifies a blend of expertise, compassion, and personal charm, making her an invaluable asset to The Well’s team.

 

Fun Fact: Jessica has an irrational fear of Halloween and she has never been to a haunted house, despite being a sucker for a good true crime story.