- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin
- ACT and CBT
About Jonathan
Jonathan Nelson III is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 12 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship struggles, and a range of family and life-change concerns. He also lists family of origin issues among his areas of focus.
He writes plainly about how people often hide difficulties and keep going on autopilot. In sessions he will challenge that pattern and encourage more active decision-making about thoughts and actions. That approach is direct and practical rather than theoretical.
Jonathan draws on several structured therapies to guide sessions. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and change behavior. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas help people notice what matters to them and take action toward those values. Motivational Interviewing can support change when someone feels stuck or ambivalent.
His background includes clinical work in nonprofit settings, correctional facilities, clinical administration, supervision, and psychotherapy. He has also provided services with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Those roles inform a straightforward, goal-focused style in session.
People who come for help often want clear, manageable steps and practical tools. Jonathan emphasizes deciding to engage and then working through the discomfort that comes with change. He invites clients to shift from autopilot to more intentional thinking and behavior.
Approach-focused online therapy and practical tools
Jonathan commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. ACT helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck and encourages action based on personal values; it is useful for anxiety, avoidance, and life changes. CBT looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and offers concrete exercises to change those patterns, which can help with anxiety, depression, and coping skills.He also works with motivational interviewing techniques to help people resolve ambivalence and find their own reasons for change. In sessions he aims to collaborate on which methods fit best for a person's goals and lifestyle rather than imposing a single approach.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. The therapist will discuss which approaches and formats make sense for your needs and schedule. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so sessions can work around work or parenting duties. The practical focus is on finding methods and timing that help you take small, sustainable steps toward change.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns including family of origin issues.
What style of therapy does he use?
He focuses on practical, goal-oriented methods and challenges autopilot patterns rather than using long theoretical discussions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 12 years of experience across clinical administration, supervision, nonprofit work, correctional facilities, private practice, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed?
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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