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Online therapist

Jason Winton

Family-focused licensed therapist

Credentials
LMFT
Experience
15 years
Licensed in
California
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Jason

Jason Winton is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 15 years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting concerns, and depression. He aims to treat each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

The first conversations focus on what matters most to the client and on practical steps forward. He draws on a strengths-based perspective to build on what already works in a person’s life.

Background and approach

He also uses cognitive-behavioral strategies to identify unhelpful thoughts and change patterns that cause distress. Mindful and contemplative practices are part of his approach when they fit a person’s needs. Jason incorporates techniques from motivational interviewing to support readiness for change and from narrative and solution-focused methods to reframe problems and set concrete goals.

He also borrows skills from dialectical behavior therapy to teach emotion regulation and coping tools. In some situations he integrates elements of the 12-step spiritual tradition when clients find that helpful. Sessions are tailored to each person, with plans adjusted as progress is made.

He encourages straightforward talk and practical homework between sessions. Jason aims for clear goals and steps that feel doable in everyday life. Getting started involves a few simple steps to match needs with the right plan, and he supports people through that initial process.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Jason often uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to help identify and change thinking patterns that feed anxiety or low mood. These methods teach practical skills for everyday situations and focus on clear steps clients can try between sessions.

He also works from a strengths-based approach that highlights a person’s existing resources and skills. This helps people build on what already works for them and set realistic, achievable goals. Motivational interviewing is used to support readiness for change and to clarify personal values and next steps.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and life context and try different strategies until a good fit is found. Treatment plans are adjusted as progress is made and new concerns come up.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to keep continuity when life gets in the way. Many people find the mix of real-time and messaging formats helpful for staying engaged between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?
Jason works with stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting challenges, and depression. He also focuses on attachment issues, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a practical, strengths-based approach with cognitive-behavioral and contemplative elements. Sessions tend to focus on concrete skills, goal setting, and real-life practice.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 15 years of professional work in the field. That experience informs how he shapes treatment plans and coping strategies.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT, CA LMFT 85416, and practices in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Multiple formats offer flexibility to fit different schedules.
How do I start a therapy relationship?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability and subscription terms.

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Experience
15 years
Licensed
California
Languages
English

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