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Jay Reed

Compassionate help for everyday family challenges

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Credentials
LCSW
Experience
17 years
Licensed in
Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Jay

Jay Reed is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, relationship strain, and grief. She practices in Florida and brings 17 years of experience to her work. Jay aims to make first steps feel manageable for caregivers and adults who are unsure where to begin.

Her sessions focus on clear, practical conversation. She creates space for people to say what they think and feel without judgment.

Background and approach

Jay listens closely and uses feedback from each session to shape what comes next. Jay draws on several therapy styles to match each person’s needs. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice difficult thoughts and move toward meaningful action.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test new ways of responding. She also uses client-centered methods to build trust and solution-focused strategies to set small, achievable goals. That mix lets sessions be both supportive and goal-oriented.

Jay emphasizes skills people can use between appointments. Her work includes attention to specific concerns such as postpartum depression, panic attacks, chronic pain and illness, end-of-life and hospice issues, blended family challenges, and forgiveness. With clear language and steady guidance, she helps people find practical steps forward.

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions that fit your life

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on identifying personal values and taking small actions that matter. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at patterns of thinking that feed stress or low mood and teaches practical skills to test and change those patterns.

Jay will work collaboratively to figure out which approach makes the most sense for each person. She listens to goals, tries different strategies, and adjusts the plan as needed. Finding the best fit is part of the process rather than a single fixed choice.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make care more flexible. These formats let people meet from home, fit sessions into busy schedules, and use short check-ins when that helps progress. For many, remote sessions make it easier to practice new skills between meetings and keep momentum toward clearer next steps.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Jay focus on?
She helps with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, parenting issues, and depression. She also works with a range of related concerns like postpartum depression, panic attacks, chronic illness, and end-of-life matters.
What is her general therapy style?
Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. Jay listens without judging and uses clear, practical steps people can try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
Jay has 17 years of professional experience helping people with mood, stress, and life transitions. That background informs her blend of supportive and skills-based work.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the credential LCSW, licensed in Florida with licence number FL LCSW SW13164. Her practice is located in Florida.
Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow people to choose the format that fits their routine.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on the selected plan and region.
How do I begin working with Jay?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
17 years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English

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