Therapist profile
Jason Smith, LCSW
LCSW - Family and parenting, stress and mood issues
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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Jason
Jason Smith is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) based in Florida with 15 years of clinical experience. He focuses on concerns such as stress, anxiety, family and parenting issues, anger, addictions, grief, sleep problems, mood disorders, and coping with life changes. Jason works with adults to talk through immediate problems and practical steps forward.
He draws on client-centered methods to keep sessions focused on the person's perspective. He also uses elements of cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify patterns of thinking that feed distress. Motivational interviewing is part of his toolkit when change feels stalled, and solution-focused techniques guide short-term goal work.
Sessions tend to be straightforward and conversational. He offers direct feedback, reflections, and occasional humor alongside practical suggestions. Many conversations center on skills for managing stress, improving sleep, handling anger, or navigating difficult family dynamics.
Jason has experience supporting people with depression, bipolar challenges, ADHD symptoms, and compassion fatigue. He also helps with career-related stress and self-esteem concerns. His background includes work with adults, couples, adolescents, and children in varied settings over his 15-year career.
People who come to see him often want clear steps they can try between sessions. He asks about daily routines, relationships, and what has helped before. From there he and the client set goals and test small changes to see what fits in everyday life.
How sessions work
How his approaches shape online sessions
Client-centered work focuses on the person’s experience in their own words. The therapist reflects what is said, helps prioritize concerns, and follows the client’s lead to set goals. This approach supports people who need to be heard and want to clarify what matters most.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It involves noticing unhelpful thinking patterns and trying different responses. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and managing mood shifts.
Motivational interviewing helps when making change feels difficult. It uses questions and reflective listening to strengthen a person’s own reasons for change and to set achievable next steps.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adapt those methods as progress is made.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Because the exact session formats are not specified in the biography, confirm the available online options before booking. Many people find shorter check-ins or sessions that accommodate work breaks make it easier to keep therapy consistent.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of family or parenting concerns does he help with?
He helps people work through family conflict and parenting strain, including managing difficult conversations and reducing household stress.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is conversational and direct. He offers practical suggestions, occasional humor, and constructive feedback.
What is his clinical experience?
He has 15 years providing mental health and behavioral counseling in a variety of settings.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does he provide?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current online session options before booking.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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