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Jonathan Pearson

Jonathan Pearson, LMFT

California

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LMFT - Addictions and Relationship concerns

  • Addictions support
  • Relationship work
  • Self esteem

About Jonathan

Jonathan Pearson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with three years of professional experience. He focuses on common concerns such as addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, low self-esteem, depression, stress, and anxiety. Jonathan also addresses parenting strains, anger, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue.

Jonathan aims for direct, practical conversations. Sessions are an opportunity to talk through what feels stuck. He listens for patterns that keep causing trouble and works with clients to try different ways of responding. Jonathan outlines options and helps people test small changes between sessions.

In work with addiction and codependency issues he concentrates on day-to-day strategies. That can include breaking down urges, spotting risky situations, and building routines that reduce relapse risk. For relationship and intimacy concerns he helps people name needs and practice clearer communication skills.

Jonathan pays attention to fatherhood issues, guilt and shame, and the specific pressures of blended family issues. He offers straightforward tools for managing stress, anger, and low mood. Sessions move at a practical pace and use concrete steps clients can try right away.

People who prefer plain language and actionable steps often find this approach fits. The focus is on making small, realistic adjustments that change how everyday moments feel.

Approaches and online sessions that focus on practical change

Jonathan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize clear steps and measurable change. One common approach is behavioral work that breaks problems into small actions to try between sessions, which helps with addiction patterns, mood, and stress. Another frequent focus is communication practice that teaches concise ways to state needs and respond differently in tense moments, useful for intimacy and relationship concerns.

Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the early work. He will discuss options and choose methods together based on the client's goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past. This is a collaborative process that may shift as needs change.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into busy weeks, allow shorter check-ins when that helps, and remove travel time. It can also let people practice new communication skills between conversations in their usual routines. Licensed professionals offer online care that focuses on behavior change, communication skills, and coping strategies without promising specific outcomes.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCodependencyDrug and alcohol addictionFatherhood issuesGuilt and shame

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He works with addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, parenting strain, anger, and coping with life changes, among other concerns.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses straightforward, practical conversations focused on identifying patterns and testing small behavior changes between sessions.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has three years of professional experience as a practicing therapist.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in California.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?

Cost varies with location and services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.

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