- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Values work ACT
About Jonathan
Jonathan Collins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 14 years of experience. He works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, anger, and issues related to ADHD and addictions.
He has practiced across college counseling, vocational counseling, community mental health, inpatient residential treatment, and psychiatric hospitalization. Jonathan has also led psychoeducational and process groups, and he offers individual, couples, and family therapy formats as part of his work history.
Jonathan tends to use practical, structured approaches in sessions. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thinking and develop new coping skills. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered ideas to clarify values and strengthen motivation.
Sessions focus on real-life problems such as managing anger, improving communication, coping with grief, handling work and school stress, and rebuilding confidence. He addresses intimacy-related concerns, body image, sleep and eating difficulties, and the impact of trauma and abuse.
People who meet with Jonathan can expect a conversational style that mixes skill teaching with reflective discussion. He works with issues that come up around parenting, blended family dynamics, abandonment or attachment concerns, and decision-making during life changes.
His background includes work with LGBTQ clients, process addictions, chronic illness and pain, and clients facing co-occurring disorders. Jonathan practices in Texas and conducts sessions in English.
How his therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and build small steps toward those values even when strong emotions come up. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thinking patterns and practicing specific skills to reduce unhelpful reactions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense feelings, improving distress tolerance, and handling interpersonal conflict.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with clients to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and he will adjust the plan as sessions progress. That shared decision-making helps shape practical, short-term goals and skills to practice between meetings.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy week and keeping follow-up easier after a session. Confirm current session options before booking since specific formats are not listed here. Online work can make it simpler to schedule brief check-ins, use screen-sharing for handouts and worksheets, and practice skills in the context of everyday life without needing extra travel.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to anger?
He lists anger among many concerns and works with issues like resentment, losing temper, and how anger affects relationships.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses an interactive, conversational style combining skill teaching and reflective discussion.
How much experience does he have?
He has 14 years of professional experience in a range of clinical settings.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.