Dr. Jerard Holton , LPC

Dr. Jerard Holton is a licensed counselor with six years of experience in the mental health field who brings both clinical training and public health perspective to his work. He holds an LPC - a Licensed Professional Counselor credential - and is also a National Certified Counselor, a certification awarded by the National Board for Certified Counselors that reflects national standards for counseling practice. He earned a doctorate in public health with a focus on population health management for behavioral health, which informs his approach to addressing issues that affect individuals and communities.

He has worked with people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, motivation and confidence challenges, career difficulties, and depression, and he has regular experience supporting military and veteran populations. He emphasizes respectful, sensitive, and compassionate care while tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique circumstances and goals. He approaches the work with the belief that seeking change takes courage, and he aims to support and empower individuals as they take steps toward a more fulfilling and satisfying life.

Dr. Holton combines clinical skills with a population-level understanding of behavioral health to help clients build practical strategies and meaningful progress over time.

Therapeutic Approaches and the Convenience of Online Care

Dr. Jerard Holton integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to meet a range of needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, empathic relationship where the therapist listens closely and helps the person explore their values and goals - this approach is often useful for self-esteem, relationship and life transitions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that examines patterns of thinking and behavior to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and to build more effective coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Holton works collaboratively to identify which methods fit a client’s needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors sessions and treatment plans so approaches can be combined or adjusted over time in response to progress and changing priorities.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, limited mobility, or those who prefer remote care. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent contact, practice skills between sessions, and access licensed professionals from different locations, helping therapy to be more accessible and easier to integrate into everyday life.