- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Gottman Method
About Jeffrey
Jeffrey Smart is an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio with six years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem, career matters, bipolar challenges, and coping with life changes.
Jeffrey prefers a person-centered and existential approach. He concentrates on a person’s goals and what gives life meaning. He treats difficulties as opportunities to clarify priorities rather than only as obstacles.
In sessions he aims for collaborative conversation rather than advice-giving. He listens for what the client cares about, reflects experience, and helps people name practical next steps. This style emphasizes acceptance of present experience while also identifying changes someone wants to make.
Jeffrey integrates practical methods alongside conversational work. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice thoughts and take committed action. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful patterns and try different responses.
He also uses elements of the Gottman Method where relationship communication and conflict come up. Mindfulness approaches appear in his work to help people slow down and notice reactions as they happen.
Jeffrey has added video counseling to his practice and asks people to request online sessions during intake. He works in English and is licensed in Ohio as an LPCC. Before a first appointment he suggests using the short matching questionnaire to share concerns and schedule a session.
How online sessions use therapy methods
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then commit to actions that reflect their values. It is useful for anxiety, avoidance, and making life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and habits related to addiction or stress. The Gottman Method offers practical skills for improving communication and managing conflict in relationships when those issues are part of the work. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Jeffrey will work together with the client to choose methods that match the person’s needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative planning can change over time as different issues come up. Jeffrey has begun offering video counseling and asks clients to request online sessions during intake. Please confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, allow a shorter check-in during a break, or let someone meet without needing a commute.Areas of expertise
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, depression, trauma and related life changes including grief and career concerns.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His approach is person-centered and existential, focusing on the client's goals and what gives life meaning, with practical techniques added as needed.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of counseling experience working with a range of life and mental health concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, licensed in Ohio, and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Session cost varies with location and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.