- CBT strategies
- Motivation work
- Solution-focused steps
About Jeffrey
Jeffrey (Jeff) Cohen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with 20 years of experience. He works with adults on issues like anger, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, parenting, and life changes. Sessions focus on practical ways to manage feelings and repair everyday relationships.
Jeff draws on experience from residential treatment settings and work with military personnel and veterans. That background shapes how he meets people with different values, cultures, and life experiences. He uses straightforward conversation and active listening to help people feel heard.
His primary clinical approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, used to spot unhelpful thinking and change behaviors that keep problems going. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who feel stuck about change and Solution-Focused Therapy to build concrete steps toward goals.
In sessions Jeff keeps the tone relaxed and down-to-earth. He helps clients set their own goals and then works through small, manageable steps to reach them. He acknowledges that change can be uncomfortable and focuses on practical skills that can be used right away.
People who come for help with anger often work on recognizing triggers, calming strategies, and communication tactics to reduce conflict. Jeff pairs problem-solving with attention to values and responsibilities, helping clients make choices that match what matters to them.
How Jeff uses practical approaches online
Jeff commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot thought patterns that feed anger and to replace them with clearer, more helpful actions. CBT focuses on specific thoughts and behaviors and is useful for stress, worry, low mood, and relationship conflict.He also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who feel unsure about change. This approach helps clarify personal reasons for change and builds commitment without pressure. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to set short-term, concrete goals and to identify small steps that produce visible progress.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Jeff works collaboratively with clients to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He checks in about what is helping and adjusts the plan together.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can be easier to fit into busy days, allow quick check-ins when schedules are tight, and make it simpler to maintain continuity when life is hectic. Therapists can adapt exercises, homework, and communication styles to match how clients prefer to work.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does he address?
He works with adults dealing with losing their temper, building resentment, trouble with intimacy, and anger that affects work or family relationships.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a relaxed, conversational approach with active listening. Sessions focus on practical skills and steps clients choose for themselves.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of experience, including work in residential treatment and with military personnel and veterans.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Missouri.
Does he offer sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.