- Addiction support
- Trauma recovery
- Self esteem work
About Jason
Jason Gearheart is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with 15 years of experience. He helps people who are struggling with addiction, trauma, low self-esteem, and depression. He aims to make first steps feel less daunting and supports realistic changes that fit each person’s life.
Jason focuses on building an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be spoken plainly. He encourages honest conversation about difficult topics, including past abuse, relationship hurts, and financial strain. The goal is practical progress rather than quick fixes.
In sessions he combines client-centered listening with techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. That means he will listen first, help identify patterns that get in the way, and work on doable changes. He also draws on emotionally-focused and existential perspectives when it helps people understand meaning and connection.
Jason has worked with a wide range of concerns beyond the main specialties. These include abandonment, body image, commitment issues, communication problems, hoarding, infidelity, and feelings of isolation. He also supports people navigating kink and alternative sex culture and those managing intellectual disability concerns.
People who meet with him can expect practical, conversational sessions that focus on next steps. To begin, clients answer a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a time that fits their calendar. Jason’s approach is steady, straightforward, and aimed at helping people move from surviving to thriving.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening without judgment and helping people express what matters most to them. It suits those who need a steady space to sort feelings and make sense of difficult experiences.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and actions feed problems and teaches practical skills to change them. CBT can be useful for depression, anxiety, and habits tied to addiction or financial stress.
Emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) concentrates on identifying core emotions and improving how people connect with themselves and others. It can help with relationship pain, abandonment wounds, and patterns that leave people feeling isolated.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your goals and try methods that fit your needs and preferences. Together you will check what works and adjust plans as progress unfolds.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Different approaches can still be effective remotely, and the focus will remain on practical steps you can use between meetings.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression, and also addresses related issues such as abandonment, hoarding, infidelity, and isolation.
What is his approach in therapy?
Therapy blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to identify patterns and set small, achievable goals.
How much experience does he have?
Jason has 15 years of professional experience supporting people through a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location apply to this therapist?
He is a licensed professional counselor - LPC - practicing in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.