Welcome to A Strand of Hope Counseling
Some Mondays Hit Different
You wake up already tired. Your body feels heavy, inflamed, unpredictable. You stare at the mirror wondering why it feels like your hormones run your life, why motivation disappears without warning, why your emotions feel louder than everyone else's. You might be asking yourself, "Why is this so hard when it looks easy for others?"
Living with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) can feel isolating. It is not just irregular cycles or lab results. It is the mental load of planning around symptoms, the grief around fertility questions, the frustration of weight changes, the anxiety, the mood swings, the feelings that your body has betrayed you. And too often, you are told to just try harder, lose weight, relax, or wait it out.
Finding Support That Actually Feels Like Support
If you've been pushing through, holding it together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or misunderstood on the inside, you're not alone. Living with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) or a chronic illness affects more than your body. It impacts your emotions, your identity, your relationships, and how safe you feel in your own skin.
Therapy here is not about fixing you. It's about helping you understand what's happening in your body and your relationships, reconnecting your mind and body, and finding a steadier sense of confidence and clarity.
This is a virtual therapy practice serving clients across the state of Texas.
What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome?
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal condition that affects metabolism, menstrual cycles, fertility,
and mental health, often
impacting both physical
and emotional well-being.
PCOS is most often diagnosed by medical professionals through a combination of medical history, symptom review, blood work to assess hormone levels, and pelvic imaging such as an ultrasound, using established criteria like irregular cycles, signs of excess androgens or polycystic appearing ovaries.
Ready to understand PCOS beyond the diagnosis? Schedule a consultation to learn what PCOS really is, how it affects your mental, physical, and emotional health, and how it can shape your relationships so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Choose the Support That Fits You
Option 1: Individual Therapy for PCOS or Chronic Illness
You may be here because you feel exhausted from managing symptoms that seem to run you life. Maybe your body feels unpredictable. Maybe you're frustrated with doctors' visits that focus on labs but not how all of this actually feels. Maybe you're tired of questioning yourself, your emotions, or your worth.
You might notice:
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Feeling disconnected from your body or not trusting it anymore
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Anxiety, grief, or anger about your diagnosis
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Shame or self-blame around symptoms or fertility concerns
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Feeling like you have to explain yourself constantly to others
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A sense that your identity has shifted and you're not sure who you are now
In individual therapy, we slow things down. We explore how PCOS or chronic illness shows up in your body, your emotions, and your daily life. We work on rebuilding trust with your body, understanding your symptoms without judgment, and helping you feel more grounded and confident moving forward.
This space is collaborative, compassionate, and focused on helping you feel more like yourself again.
If this resonates, fill out the contact form below to get started.
Option 2: Couples Therapy When PCOS or Chronic Illness Is Part of the Relationship
When one partner has PCOS or chronic illness, both people feel the impact. You may love each other deeply and still feel stuck, disconnected, or misunderstood.
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Miscommunication or frequent tension around symptoms, energy, or intimacy
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Feeling alone in the experience, on either side
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Frustration, guilt, or resentment that's hard to talk about
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One partner feeling overwhelmed while the other feels helpless
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Difficulty staying emotionally connected when stress levels are high
Couples therapy focuses on helping both partners understand the physical and emotional impact of PCOS or chronic illness. We work on improving communication, increasing empathy, and creating a sense of teamwork rather than blame.
The goal is not perfection. The goal is feeling like you're on the same side again.
What I Help With
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I'm Jessica Elliott, and I know firsthand what it's like to live with PCOS. I understand the day-to-day struggles, the uncertainty, and the pressure that comes from everyone seeming to have the "right answer." PCOS doesn't look the same for everyone, which can make it feel isolating, and I get that. I am here to listen to who you are, just as you are reading about me, and to help you navigate what matters most to you, your body, and your relationships.
I am also health at every size, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, kink, and polyamorous relationship affirming. My partner and I are both neurodivergent, so I understand the additional layers this can bring to communication and connection. This perspective informed my work and helps me provide support that is compassionate, flexible, and inclusive.
Hi, I am Jessica Elliott, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
I am here to support your journey back to yourself.
Therapy That Helps You Feel Seen and Heard
My Approach
I practice from a holistic, client centered, trauma informed approach to therapy that centers the whole person and recognizes the impact of chronic stress, relationships, identity, and the nervous system on emotional wellbeing. I specialize in supporting individuals and couples navigating PCOS and other chronic health conditions, acknowledging how these experiences can affect mood, self-trust, body image, communication, and connection.
My work is collaborative and individualized. I do not pretend to have all the answers. Instead, I listen to your story, help you identify what matters most, and provide guidance, tools, and support tailored to your unique needs. I am a Health at Every Size, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent affirming provider.
Therapy focuses on:
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Emotional support for PCOS-related challenges
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Rebuilding trust and connection with your body
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Processing grief, anxiety, and identity challenges
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Strengthening communication and intimacy in relationships
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Reducing shame and isolation
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Supporting overall confidence and self-empowerment
What to Expect
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Virtual therapy sessions only
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Available to clients located in the state of Texas
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Individual and couples therapy
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Mind body focused, trauma informed care
Private Pay Rate: $180 per session
Insurance Accepted:
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United Healthcare
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Oscar
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Optum
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Aetna
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Reaching out can feel intimidating, especially if you've felt dismissed or misunderstood before. You don't have to have the right words. You just have to start.
Fill out the contact form and you'll be contacted to discuss next steps, scheduling, and whether this feels like a good fit.
You deserve support that sees the whole picture, not just the diagnosis.
Start Your Journey Today
Ready to schedule a consultation? Fill out this form.
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You cannot pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first.
Sophia Bush