Hi, I’m Jessica Braketa.

Welcome, I am so glad you are here!

I am a licensed counselor practicing in Asheville, NC.

I was born in Atlanta, and then spent much my childhood in Colorado. As an adult I have lived in Oregon, Brazil and North Carolina. Asheville is the first place where I have truly felt at home, and I have been lucky to live here for the past ten years.

I received my BS in Psychology from Colorado State in 2005, followed by an MA in Counseling from UNC Charlotte in 2010, and I have been in the mental health field since that time. I feel so fortunate to work in a profession where I am able to connect with other humans in a meaningful, vulnerable, and genuine way.

Life brings with it so much joy, pain and everything in between, sometimes even within the same day, hour or moment. I am passionate about creating a safe and supportive place to find connection, deeper understanding, and a sense of peace.

I find balance and joy through travel, nature, books, coffee, meditation, yoga, and spending time with my family.