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Jeffrey Elliott

Experienced counselor focused on practical steps

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Credentials
LCPC, LPCC
Experience
24 years
Licensed in
Minnesota, Kansas
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Jeffrey

Jeffrey Elliott is a licensed counselor with 24 years of experience. He holds LCPC and LPCC credentials and practices from Minnesota. He emphasizes listening first, helping people name their concerns, and then working toward practical steps that fit each person's life.

He treats a range of struggles including depression, anxiety, stress, grief and loss, alcohol and other substance use, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, intimacy-related issues, and career challenges.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on identifying clear, achievable goals and small changes that lead to relief. Jeffrey uses familiar, down-to-earth language rather than clinical jargon. In sessions he leans on tools from client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy to help people understand feelings and patterns.

Motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques support planning and follow-through. The result is a mix of listening, practical strategies, and encouragement to try different approaches and see what helps. Parents and caregivers reading this will find a straightforward style and a focus on doable steps.

Jeffrey aims to make the process feel manageable and respectful. He acknowledges the courage it takes to reach out and works at a steady pace set by the client. He is licensed in Minnesota under KS LCPC LCPC 2295 and MN LPCC 2485.

Sessions can be arranged in formats that fit busy lives, and he helps people move from problem identification toward solutions.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting conversation. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects what is said, and helps people clarify their goals and values. This approach helps when someone needs a calm space to sort out feelings and priorities.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It teaches simple ways to test unhelpful thoughts and try small behavioral changes. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and other patterns that respond well to practical exercises.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and preferences and then try methods that match. If something does not fit, adjustments are made together until a workable plan is in place.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep momentum between appointments. Many people find the flexibility helpful when juggling work, family, and other responsibilities.

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.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with issues such as addictions, grief, low self esteem, stress and anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, career difficulties, depression, and intimacy-related problems.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are conversational and practical. He listens first, helps clients set goals, and uses straightforward strategies to address patterns and build small, manageable changes.
How long has he been practicing?
He brings 24 years of counseling experience to his work, with a history of supporting people through mood, substance use, grief, relationship, and life-change challenges.
What credentials and locations are on record?
He holds LCPC and LPCC credentials and practices in Minnesota. Licence details include KS LCPC LCPC 2295 and MN LPCC 2485.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How are fees and the subscription handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

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Experience
24 years
Licensed
Minnesota, Kansas
Languages
English

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