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Jessica Harpel
About
I’m Dr. Jessica, a licensed psychologist based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. As a provider with Prosper Health, I approach adult autism evaluations with warmth, curiosity, and respect for each person’s unique experiences. I’m passionate about helping adults better understand themselves and find language for experiences that may have felt difficult to explain. My broader clinical background includes working with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, OCD, ADHD, eating concerns, chronic illness, and women’s mental health. I bring a collaborative, compassionate approach to the evaluation process, with the goal of helping you feel heard and gain clarity about your strengths and support needs.
I’m drawn to working with autistic and neurodivergent clients because I value helping people understand themselves with greater clarity and self-compassion. Through my work with anxiety, OCD, and ADHD, I’ve seen how meaningful it can be to feel understood and have your experiences recognized. My approach is strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming, honoring each person’s abilities, identity, and lived experiences. I value diversity and inclusivity and strive to create a welcoming space where clients can explore their neurodivergence, recognize their strengths, and identify the support they need to thrive.
I take a strengths-based, affirming approach that recognizes each person’s unique abilities, interests, and ways of experiencing the world. With compassion and curiosity, I help clients build on these strengths, deepen their self-understanding, and identify supports that honor their needs. My goal is for each client to feel valued and empowered to pursue their potential in ways that are meaningful to them.
