- Ten years experience
- Values-based approach
- English language
About Jonathan
Jonathan Goelz is a licensed clinical social worker with ten years of experience who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, and self-esteem struggles. He aims to meet each person where they are and supports practical steps toward clearer thinking and steadier moods. He writes and speaks plainly so parents and busy adults can follow along without jargon.
Jonathan shapes sessions around what matters most to the client. He listens first, then creates a plan that mixes conversation, skill practice, and real-life experiments. Sessions focus on small, doable changes - like new ways to cope with overwhelming feelings or habits that get in the way of daily life.
His approach draws on several evidence-informed methods to address mood and behavior patterns. He works with attachment concerns and relationship problems and uses techniques that target thinking and behavior when symptoms like anxiety or depression interfere with functioning. He also helps people facing grief, compassion fatigue, and challenges tied to adoption and foster care.
Jonathan emphasizes practical tools for daily life. That may include learning emotion-regulation skills, finding values to guide decisions, and testing new actions between sessions. He respects diverse sexual orientations and helps people explore intimacy and identity without judgment.
People who choose him can expect straightforward guidance and a collaborative tone. He encourages feedback and adapts the plan as progress unfolds. To begin, clients complete a short questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to availability.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and take small steps toward what matters, even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present. It is useful when someone wants to act more in line with their priorities rather than avoid discomfort.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses practical exercises and experiments to change unhelpful thinking patterns and build skills for managing anxiety, depression, and habit-driven behaviors.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Jonathan collaborates with clients to identify which methods match their goals and temperament. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together as progress is reviewed.
If you prefer working online, confirm the specific session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit care into a busy life - it often reduces travel time, allows shorter check-ins during a break, and can be more flexible for people who travel or live far from a therapist. Licensed professionals, including therapists using ACT or CBT, commonly adapt exercises and homework for remote sessions to keep progress moving forward.
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Experience
10+ years
Credentials
California, Florida, New Jersey, Georgia, Ohio, New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jonathan commonly address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, low self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, compassion fatigue, and concerns related to adoption and foster care.
What is his general therapy style?
Sessions are collaborative and down-to-earth, combining listening with practical skills practice and real-life experiments tailored to each person's needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Jonathan has ten years of professional work experience as a licensed clinical social worker.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LCSW and practices from Georgia.
Which languages are supported and can he work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; confirm current session options when scheduling.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.