Jackie Spring

Jackie provides mental health counseling (LCMHC) and Specialized Consultation Services (SCS) at FIRSTwnc. Jackie earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Carolina University in 2020 and has been with FIRSTwnc since 2021.

Whether with a teen, a young adult, or a team of support providers, Jackie is curious and playful. She has a collaborative approach to counseling and aims to empower each individual toward self-leadership, self-compassion, and wholeness.

Jackie uses trauma-informed, evidence-based therapeutic approaches as she learns about each person’s needs. She is trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART, basic level), TraumaPlay, Child-Centered Play Therapy, and in evidenced-based practices for supporting individuals with Autism/Autistic people and IDD. Jackie often integrates expressive and body-based practices into her sessions to bring forward the tools that the body and mind already possess.

Jackie works with motivated teenagers, young adults/adults, and caregivers. In addition to weekly or biweekly appointments, she also offers brief, rapid relief sessions using Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).

Outside of the office, Jackie enjoys time with her friends, family, and her two cats. She is active and loves hiking, partner acrobatics, crafting, and gardening.