Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
My name is Jeanne Brown and I am very happy you reached out and look forward to working with you!
I want to provide you with an understanding of my mental health training and experience. My hope is that you will receive clarity through the discussion of my counseling approach, values and goals for our therapeutic relationship.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in both New York State and Virginia, Registered Play Therapist – Supervisor (RPT-S) and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC). I graduated from Capella University and earned a Master’s degree in Human Services with a specialization in Mental Health Counseling and moved to Virginia where I improved my skills and expertise. I obtained a Certificate in Contemporary Theory of Compulsive and Addictive Behavior and a Certificate in Play Therapy from Capella University.
I have worked in Virginia in the mental health profession as an individual, family and group therapist since 2012 and before that, in New York State since 2010. I have over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, parents, adults, families and groups in many different roles.
Counseling is both multi-faceted and multi-cultural; empathy, sensitivity, and the ability to adapt are important factors in implementing therapist and individual roles. The relationship between therapist and the individual is one of common choice exploring human needs and goals culminating in the wellness of the person. The individual remains the central priority in the counseling relationship. I utilize a non-directive person-centered approach, which provides a safe and secure environment where individuals can explore strategies to effectively grow and make healthy changes in their lives.
My passion is working with adults, adolescents and children and adolescents with substance use issues, anxiety, depression, anger, and defiant behaviors. I have worked in a community-based setting, an outpatient setting and held several administrative roles. I utilize a non-directive person-centered approach when working with adults. My belief is that individuals know what they need to do to make improvements in their life, and by taking an active lead, will discover their own solutions. My role is to provide support, empathy and acceptance as their growth takes place. I also utilize a non-directive person-centered Play Therapy approach when working with children and adolescents. Play Therapy is a way of helping children cope with distress, using play as the medium of communication between child and therapist. The method is based on the central assumption that play is the way that children communicate, explore their environment and eventually work through their challenges. It is the child’s way of making sense of their environment.
You are welcome to message me anytime through Better Help. Having access to a counselor to reach out to for support and encouragement is extremely beneficial for most and a great change from traditional counseling. I usually check my messages at least two times per day, everyday. I offer messaging, live chat and phone sessions.
I look forward to meeting you!
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Jeanne Brown is glad you reached out and welcomes the opportunity to work together. She aims to provide clear information about her training, therapeutic approach, values, and goals for the counseling relationship so prospective clients can decide whether her style is a good fit.
She is licensed to practice in New York as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (NY LMHC, license number 008920) and in Virginia as a Licensed Professional Counselor (VA LPC, license number 0701006768). She is also a Registered Play Therapist – Supervisor and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. Jeanne earned a Master’s degree in Human Services with a specialization in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University, and she holds certificates in the Contemporary Theory of Compulsive and Addictive Behavior and in Play Therapy.
Jeanne has 10 years of experience providing therapy services and has worked with children, adolescents, parents, adults, families, and groups across community-based and outpatient settings, as well as in administrative roles. She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, depression, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, anger management, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
Her practice centers on a non-directive, person-centered approach that provides a safe environment in which individuals can explore strategies for growth and healthy change. When working with children and adolescents she uses a person-centered Play Therapy approach that uses play as the primary mode of communication and healing. Jeanne believes clients often know what they need to improve their lives and she offers support, empathy, and acceptance as they discover their own solutions.
She offers messaging, live chat, and phone sessions, and typically checks messages at least two times per day, every day. Clients are welcome to message her anytime through Better Help. Jeanne looks forward to meeting new clients and supporting them through the therapeutic process.
Many people wonder whether remote counseling can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or adjusting to life changes, online therapy can be just as effective as traditional in-person care.
One major advantage is flexibility – clients can connect in the format that fits their needs, whether by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options often makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy life.
Each therapist is a licensed professional, and clients may change therapists at any time if they feel a different match would be more helpful. For many people, the convenience and accessibility of online sessions make consistent participation more achievable and support meaningful progress on everyday concerns.
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