JESSICA HILLEN, Clinical Director, LMSW
Jessica Hillen, LMSW, is the Clinical Director at River’s Bend in West Bloomfield. In this role, she leads a dynamic, multidisciplinary team providing outpatient mental health and substance use services. Since joining the clinic in 2022, Jessica has helped expand the location from two therapists to a thriving behavioral health center. Today, the facility offers individual therapy, mental health and substance use IOPs, adolescent programs, and a full Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). Her leadership relies on integrity, empathy, and a trauma-informed approach.
Jessica has worked in the mental health and substance use field since 2014. She earned her Master’s degree from Wayne State University and has held clinical and leadership roles across inpatient and outpatient settings. Furthermore, she brings a compassionate, strength-based philosophy to her work. She draws from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care. Currently, she is pursuing certifications as a CAADC and CCTP to better support her team and clients.
Additionally, Jessica is deeply committed to mentoring early-career clinicians. She regularly provides clinical supervision and facilitates team collaboration. She has co-facilitated graduate-level courses at Eastern Michigan University and enjoys training new therapists through hands-on leadership.
Outside of River’s Bend, Jessica remains active in community outreach efforts. For instance, she co-facilitates Grief Share, a 13-week support group at St. Paul’s Lutheran in Livonia. She also serves on the Advisory Board of Face Addiction Now, contributing to overdose awareness initiatives and public education. Finally, in collaboration with the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department, Jessica helps educate families of first responders on mental health challenges.
CLINICAL DIRECTOR, LMSW