- CBT methods
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Attachment focus
About Jeffrey
Jeffrey Sumpolec is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in California with 22 years of experience. He mainly sees adults and works with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, anger, and relationship concerns. His practice explicitly includes social anxiety and phobia among other focus areas.
Jeffrey uses straightforward, person-centered conversations to help people notice links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. He leans on methods from cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to outline practical steps clients can try between sessions. Sessions focus on clear skills and small experiments rather than abstract theory.
He also draws on attachment-based ideas and emotionally-focused approaches when relationship patterns are part of the concern. That can mean looking at how past connections shape current reactions and trying new ways of relating in the moment. The work often includes practicing short behavioral changes and testing different responses to triggers.
Jeffrey’s long experience includes supporting people through life changes, career strain, grief, and issues such as shame, isolation, and compulsive behaviors. He frames sessions around problem solving and building steady routines that reduce distress over time. People who prefer plain language and practical tools tend to do well in his approach.
Jeffrey relocated to California from Virginia and offers care in English. Before scheduling, readers should confirm current session formats and any logistical details through the matching and booking process provided on the site.
How his approaches translate to online work
Jeffrey frequently uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and test small behavioral changes. This is useful for symptoms like anxiety, panic, and intrusive thoughts because it focuses on clear steps to try and measure progress.He also draws on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), which helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions that reflect their values. ACT can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and longer-term mood concerns by making room for experience while moving toward meaningful goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. Jeffrey will work collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person’s goals and preferences. He often blends techniques and adjusts plans based on what the client reports is working or not working.
Session format details should be confirmed before booking, since the biography does not list specific online options. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Ask about the exact session formats offered when you complete the matching questionnaire so you can plan which option fits your routine.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Listed in
California, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, West Virginia, Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, relationship problems, and related issues such as social anxiety and phobia.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are person-centered with practical, skills-based steps. He uses clear language and small experiments clients can try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 22 years of clinical experience, primarily working with adults on anxiety, mood, and behavior concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds LPCC and LPC credentials and practices in California.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are accepted; confirm any cross-border details during the booking process.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.