Dynamic Mental Health Speaker and Clinical Expert
Bringing clarity and practical solutions to complex issues like sleep, OCD, chronic pain, and overcontrol.
Want to give your audience more than just a fleeting "aha!" moment? I provide engaging, down-to-earth presentations that equip attendees with real, actionable tools they can apply immediately. From professional workshops to compelling podcast conversations, I specialize in making heavy, complex mental health topics accessible, relatable, and deeply impactful.
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Topics I Can Discuss
Available for keynotes, clinical trainings, podcast interviews, and expert media commentary. I can tailor these topics for both clinical professionals and general audiences.
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Getting good sleep is more than just turning off your screens. I break down the science of sleep and provide behavioral, data-driven treatments for complex sleep disorders, moving far beyond basic "sleep hygiene."
Key Talking Points: Insomnia, nightmare protocols, circadian rhythm issues, hypersomnia (including narcolepsy), and the truth behind viral "sleepmaxxing" trends.
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While many therapies focus on dysregulation, I shine a light on the hidden struggles of being "too put together." I help audiences understand the overcontrolled coping style and how to find freedom from rigid behaviors.
Key Talking Points: Perfectionism, rule-governed behavior, chronic depression, loneliness, and repairing therapeutic alliance ruptures with overcontrolled clients.
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Physical pain takes an undeniable toll on mental health. I discuss the complex intersection of chronic pain and psychology, offering practical, evidence-based coping strategies for those living with chronic, invisible illnesses.
Key Talking Points: The psychological impact of chronic pain, moving from suffering to functioning, and building a meaningful life alongside physical limitations.
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OCD is highly misunderstood in popular culture. I provide clarity on what OCD actually is (and isn't), focusing on evidence-based treatments that help individuals break free from the exhausting cycle of obsessions and compulsions.
Key Talking Points: Debunking OCD myths, understanding harm OCD, reducing rigidity, and practical CBT-based interventions for lasting relief.
Behavioral Treatment for Sleep Disorders
Here is a recording of a presentation I gave to the Network of Behavioral Health Providers in Houston, TX.
Short on time? Skip to [57:08] to hear my "cat analogy" and why trying too hard to fall asleep is actually keeping you awake. Or Skip to [2:52:30] to watch me handle live audience Q&A, covering exercise, eating before bed, and the 8-hour sleep myth.
Media Appearances
Article Quotes
Becoming Pain-Free: Jessica Fink LCSW on How to Alleviate Chronic Pain - Authority Magazine
Sleep Deprivation and Obesity - Is There A Link? - Glamour
Solving Insomnia: Jessica Fink On 5 Proven Strategies to Help You Sleep Through the Night - Authority Magazine
What is Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR)? - Everyday Health
Is Sleeping In a Good Idea? You’d Better Watch Those Extra Winks - Celebrity Parents
Is Napping Good For You? - Tom’s Guide
Sleepmaxxing Explained - Next Avenue
Can’t Sleep? TikTok Says This Weird Sleep Position Works Like A Charm - Bustle
The Surprising Sleep Hacks Sleep Specialists Swear By - Forbes
Why do Older People Sleep So Much - Or Do They? Aging Sleep Changes Explained - Care.com
13 Weird Ways Your Body Tells You That You Need More Sleep - Parade
Want Better Sleep and More Self-Awareness? Try This 5-minute Habit - VeryWellMind
Harm OCD Explained: Intrusive Thoughts You Don’t Want and What They Mean - Radial Health Blog
TV Appearances
Flood Recovery Should Include Your Mental Health - KENS5
Podcasts
Comments from Past Attendees
“I got WAY more than I expected out of your presentation. Thank you for showing up SO authentically and for breaking down the ideas so well.”
“The instructor was engaging. I really liked that she didn’t just read the slides.”
“I especially enjoyed the way you organized the information and provided helpful anecdotes to drive home the concepts.”
“Speaker managed to make it engaging even though she basically talked alone for 2.75 hours.”
Grab and Go Bios
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Jessica Fink is an Austin-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor (LCSW-S) specializing in sleep, chronic pain, OCD, and RODBT.
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Jessica Fink, LSCW-S, is an Austin, Texas-based therapist who specializes in sleep issues, OCD, chronic pain, and RODBT. As a CBT-oriented provider, Jessica employs structured, data-driven approaches, combined with flexibility and creativity, to create real, lasting change. Jessica values client independence, designing therapy to equip individuals with their own tools and coping strategies. Jessica's practice is entirely online and accessible to all Texas residents.
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Jessica Fink, LCSW-S, is a compassionate and results-oriented therapist committed to guiding clients toward clarity and relief from debilitating sleep issues, chronic pain, OCD, and overcontrol. With a strong belief that "talking alone isn't enough," Jessica integrates science, data, and creativity to foster lasting change. Jessica's approach is rooted in CBT principles, emphasizing structured, planful, and evidence-based methods while remaining adaptable to individual needs.
A Master of Social Work graduate from Texas State University-San Marcos (2007), Jessica has specialized training in treating a range of complex issues, including sleep disorders (insomnia, nightmares, circadian rhythm disorders), OCD, RODBT, and chronic pain. Prior experience in a hospital setting further enriches Jessica's clinical perspective. Jessica is passionate about fostering client independence, aiming to help individuals develop their own tools and coping strategies for long-term well-being. When not working with clients, Jessica enjoys musical theater, watching The Golden Girls, and listening to 90s alternative rock, embodying a lifelong love for learning that informs her therapeutic practice. Jessica's 100% online practice provides accessible support to all Texans.
Presentations Given
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2/26/26
University of Houston School of Social Work
3 hours
2/10/26
Network of Behavioral Health Providers - Houston
3 hours
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3 hours
2/6/26
Austin Group Psychotherapy Society
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1.5 hours
2/2/26
Georgetown Counseling Center
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2 parts at 1 hour each
Part 1
7/30/24 and 10/28/25
Part 2
9/4/24 and 12/02/24
Dell Medical School
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1 hour
10/28/25
7/30/24
Dell Medical School
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1.5 hours
5/22/2025
Austin Family Counseling
8/16/24
Autonomy Therapy
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2 hours
7/26/24
Travis County
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1.5 hours
11/17/23
Autonomy Therapy
1/26/23
University of Texas Counseling Center
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1 hour
9/19/23
Dell Medical School