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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Communication skills
About Jolanda
LICSW, LCSW in Texas with three years of clinical experience. Jolanda Forbes-Sheppard helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, parenting strain, grief, and career questions. She also supports work on communication problems, social anxiety and phobia, life purpose, self-love, and compassion fatigue.
Jolanda uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). In sessions she focuses on practical steps and clear understanding. She helps clients notice patterns, try new behaviors, and reflect on what matters to them.
Her style is straightforward and person-focused. She respects clients' values and life experiences. Conversations aim to be direct and useful rather than abstract.
Jolanda places attention on relationships people have with themselves and others. She works with the emotional effects of big life changes and the everyday strain that builds up over time. She helps with communication skills, managing anxiety symptoms, and building self-compassion in practical ways.
Clients can expect collaboration on goals and tools to use between sessions. She often combines gentle exploration of personal meaning with action-oriented techniques from CBT. This approach is meant to clarify next steps and reduce symptoms that get in the way of everyday life.
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How her approaches are used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the client. The therapist mirrors concerns, asks questions that deepen understanding, and supports the client in naming priorities. This approach helps when someone needs clearer perspective on values, relationships, or life direction.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It introduces specific tools such as behavioral experiments, thought records, and skill practice to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms. CBT is often used for worry, social anxiety, and problems with motivation.
Deciding on an approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss what seems most useful based on the client's goals, symptoms, and daily routines. Clients and therapist review progress and adjust methods over time so sessions stay practical and relevant.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. It also makes it simpler to practice skills in real-life settings and bring concrete examples to sessions.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Texas, Alabama
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, grief, parenting and career questions, plus communication problems and social anxiety.
What is her therapeutic style?
She combines Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Sessions focus on practical steps, understanding patterns, and collaborative goal setting.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of experience providing psychotherapy in Texas.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an AL LICSW and a TX LCSW and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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