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Jonathan Nelson III

Profile / United States

Jonathan Nelson III, LCSW

Florida

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Addiction

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  • CBT for behavior change
  • ACT for values work
  • Motivational interviewing

About Jonathan

Jonathan Nelson III is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 12 years of experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, and other life changes. He works with adults who are trying to stop hiding pain and want practical steps to feel different in daily life.

He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and client-centered methods. Sessions focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, testing new responses, and practicing small behavior changes. Jonathan also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques when relevant.

His background includes clinical administration, supervision, mentoring, and direct psychotherapy in nonprofit settings, correctional facilities, private practice, and work with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. That range shapes a practical, results-oriented style that emphasizes clear next steps and measurable change.

Typical concerns he addresses include depression, ADHD, addictions, sleep and eating problems, parenting and fatherhood issues, family of origin and blended family problems, trauma and abuse, chronic pain or illness, and career or coaching goals. He also helps people with communication, commitment, codependency, and coping after separation or disaster.

Sessions are straightforward and focused. Jonathan encourages people to decide to engage, try new approaches, and track what works. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats and scheduling details before booking.

How Jonathan uses CBT, ACT and client-centered work online

Jonathan often combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with a client-centered stance. CBT helps by breaking down the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and giving concrete experiments to try between sessions. ACT focuses on values and taking committed action despite uncomfortable feelings, which can help with motivation and long-term goals. Client-centered work means the therapist listens without judgment and follows what the person brings to the session.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Jonathan works together with the client to decide which strategies to try based on goals, preferences, and what shows the most promise in early sessions. That collaborative testing helps keep work practical and focused on clear changes the person wants.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - sessions can be scheduled around work, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the clinician about what will fit your routines and technical setup so sessions become a usable part of everyday life rather than an extra burden.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteem

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he address most often?

He works with stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, trauma and many life changes including parenting and career concerns.

How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?

CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, try alternative responses, and practice small behavior changes between sessions.

What experience does he bring to therapy?

He has 12 years of experience across clinical administration, supervision, mentoring, nonprofit and correctional settings, private practice, and work with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and practices from that state.

Does he offer sessions in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How does cost work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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