- Money related stress
- Trauma and grief
- Mindfulness based
About Jovens
Jovens Colas is a licensed clinician who helps people manage money-related stress alongside anxiety, depression, addiction, and other emotional challenges. He practices in Connecticut and works with clients who are dealing with grief, trauma, relationship strain, and major life changes. Jovens speaks English and Haitian Creole and brings 11 years of clinical experience as a Connecticut licensed clinical social worker (LCSW).
His style is direct and compassionate. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps clients can try between meetings. Jovens uses shared decision-making to match techniques to each person’s needs rather than pushing a single method.
He draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck in them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try small behavioral experiments. Client-centered and mindfulness approaches guide the pace and tone of sessions, helping clients build self-compassion and better stress management skills.
In practical work he addresses money and financial issues alongside emotional and relational concerns. That can mean talking through money-related stress, communication around finances, or how financial worry affects sleep, mood, and focus. The therapist emphasizes small, doable changes that fit into daily life.
Jovens invites people to talk about what matters most to them and to set concrete next steps. He aims to create a steady, respectful space where clients can test new responses, rebuild confidence, and find clearer options for moving forward.
How therapy methods translate to online support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name painful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress tied to life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors with short experiments between sessions. That approach can help with sleep problems, anger, and mood shifts. Mindfulness-based work teaches simple attention exercises to reduce reactivity and support steadying during stressful moments.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jovens will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and daily life. He adjusts the pace and tools as clients try things and report back on what helps.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it possible to connect across states or internationally when licensing allows. The focus remains on practical tools, clear goals, and follow-up actions that clients can use between sessions.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career strain, and compassion fatigue. Money and financial issues are listed among his areas of focus.
How would you describe his approach in sessions?
He combines client-centered listening with active techniques from CBT and ACT. Sessions generally include goal setting, skills practice, and reflection tailored to each person.
What background and experience does he have?
He has 11 years of clinical experience and practices as a Connecticut licensed clinical social worker. His work has emphasized multicultural concerns and men's issues.
Where is he located and what credential does he hold?
He is based in Connecticut and holds the CT LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English and Haitian Creole.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He accepts international clients, so people outside the U.S. may be able to schedule sessions depending on licensing and local rules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.