Strengthening Women’s Mental Health, Leadership & Resilience

Breaking Stigma. Driving Change. Inspiring Growth.

Mental health should be accessible, stigma-free, and a top priority—and Jackie Lightner, LICSW, is leading the way. As the Founder and CEO of Lightwork Therapy & Recovery, a licensed clinician in Massachusetts and Maine, speaker, and entrepreneur, Jackie is redefining conversations around mental health, leadership, and resilience—empowering individuals, organizations, and communities to thrive.

Strengthening Women’s Mental Health, Leadership & Resilience

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Business Muscle Podcast
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Ask Us Beauty Magazine
2nd Annual Charity Fashion Show by Rivet & Well Lived Women
Better Together Women's Event
Unswaddled Podcast
Thrive Summit 2024
EF Gap Year Leadership Summit 2023
Associated Press
Northshore Magazine
North of Boston Lifestyle

Meet Jackie

Mental Health Leader | Speaker | Advocate

Jackie is a trusted voice in women’s mental health, professional resilience, and leadership development. She’s the Founder & CEO of Lightwork Therapy & Recovery, where she’s helping women reclaim their power through compassionate, evidence-based care.

Speaking & Training

Jackie is a sought-after speaker and trainer, delivering keynotes and workshops on:

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Resilience & Growth

Turning challenges into leadership strengths

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Balancing Empathy & Leadership

Leading with both compassion and accountability

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Mental Health in the Workplace

Creating cultures that support well-being

Lightwork Therapy & Recovery

A New Approach to Women’s Mental Health

Jackie founded Lightwork Therapy & Recovery to create a safe, supportive space for women to heal and grow. Lightwork Therapy & Recovery is more than just a place for treatment—it’s a secure and nurturing environment where expert clinicians combine compassion with cutting-edge advancements in mental health care.

Lightwork offers:

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Mental Health Day Treatment & Outpatient Programs

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Specialized Care for Anxiety, PTSD, and Mood Disorders

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A Holistic Approach, Blending Therapy with Mindfulness

The LightList

Jackie’s handpicked recommendations for books, podcasts, and tools to support mental wellness, leadership, and resilience.

Red Light Therapy

Red light therapy has been shown to help reduce pain & inflammation, improve mood & healing, and increase overall feelings of happiness. Get our top choice for an at-home red light therapy option here.

Brown Noise Machine

White noise’s more laid back cousin, brown noise is great at helping us feel calm and focused. It works by drowning out other sounds or distracting thoughts, and calms the nervous system. Grab our top affordable choice for brown noise here.

Simple Self Self-Care Planner

The self-care planner from Simple Self is legit. Great for scheduling your day-to-day, it additionally has ample opportunity to track self care and wellness habits, plan goals, set intentions, and reflect on your weeks and months. Get it here.

What People Are Saying

“Jackie’s session at our student orientation was rated the highest of all the sessions and activities. We can’t wait to have her back for more opportunities to engage with our students and staff!”

– Lauren West, VP Study Abroad/Gap Year at EF

“Jackie has helped me manage my anxiety so much this past year, and has given me techniques I can do by myself as well. Jackie has been a major part in my healing process, and wants nothing but success for you, regardless of the cards you’ve been dealt. I’m so grateful for our sessions thus far.”

-Sloane P., client

“Since I have been working with Jackie, I have seen not only growth within myself, but a serious decrease with my anxiety. She is PHENOMENAL. I can be my most vulnerable self, cry & spill my heart out without feeling insecure or judged. If you had a hard time finding where to start, seriously look no further.”

-Sienna C., client

“Jackie has a way of being gentle yet honest in her counseling, while confronting the places within that need healing. She’s extremely thoughtful and clear, and it’s obvious how passionate she is about her patients and her practice. I appreciated how she is empathetic, yet also constructive. Extremely appreciative! Highly recommend!!”

-Elizabeth H.