Board & Staff

Jessica Barnes is Heartland's Community Based Services Director. Jessica started at Heartland in 2012 as an outpatient therapist and was promoted to administrator in 2014 and then to Director in 2023. Jessica continues to provide therapy to all ages and specializes in trauma, specifically Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Jessica is passionate about working with individuals with complex trauma as well as educating others about Trauma-informed care.  Jessica also focuses on working with people with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness and Personality Disorders.  Furthermore, Jessica oversees the mobile crisis response team, peer support program, community support program, and The Life Center, our day rehab program. Jessica was born and raised in Siouxland and lives with her husband and two children. She enjoys spending time with family & friends, running, watching all kinds of sports, and spending time in Okoboji during the summer.