- Anxiety and stress
- Addiction support
- ADHD and depression
About Jason
Jason Zagaro is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona with three years of clinical experience. He works with adults and teens who are dealing with stress, anxiety, ADHD, depression, relationship problems, addiction, and feeling stuck or disconnected from the life they want.
He keeps sessions practical and collaborative. He listens for the patterns, relationships, and past experiences that contribute to current struggles. Conversations focus on what is happening now and on concrete steps a person can try between sessions.
Jason blends several evidence-based techniques to meet individual needs. He draws from cognitive behavioral ideas to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, uses acceptance-based strategies to help manage difficult feelings, and incorporates mindfulness and short-term solution-focused work to build everyday skills.
He has specific experience supporting people with problematic substance use, helping them map triggers, notice patterns, and develop alternative coping strategies. He also works with those affected by someone else’s addiction within relationships and family dynamics.
When working with teens and young adults, Jason attends to identity, motivation, school and family matters in straightforward language. He aims to make sessions respectful and direct so younger clients can talk about what is on their mind without extra pressure.
People come to him with clear goals or with only a general sense that something isn’t right. In either case he focuses on identifying patterns, building coping skills, and taking small practical steps toward change.
Evidence-based approaches and online care
Jason uses a mix of practical, evidence-based techniques. Cognitive behavioral approaches focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce anxiety and improve daily functioning. Acceptance-based strategies help people notice difficult feelings without getting stuck in them and learn actions that align with personal values. Mindfulness practice is used to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity to stress.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and decide together which methods fit the client’s goals, personality, and life circumstances. That collaborative process helps shape session content and homework between meetings.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, worksheets, and mindfulness practices for remote meetings so progress can continue even when in-person visits are difficult.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
South Carolina, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, ADHD, depression, relationship problems, and addiction along with related issues like attachment and body image.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His style is practical and collaborative, focusing on patterns, skills, and concrete steps to try between sessions.
What level of experience does he have?
He has three years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adults and teens.
Where is he licensed and based?
He holds LPC credentials in Arizona and practices there.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first appointment?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.