Licensed clinical social worker recordTexas
Credentials check
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Texas
- LCSW, licence 40408
- NPI
- 1619122314
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Texas
These details come from information Jered supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Parenting strategies
- Stress management
- Life purpose work
About Jered
Jered Benedick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas with 15 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, parenting strain, and self-esteem issues, and he also focuses on forgiveness and life purpose.
He favors plain, practical conversations that lead to clearer choices. Sessions include listening to what matters, naming patterns that cause trouble, and trying concrete steps to change daily routines. He brings a perspective shaped by faith when clients want that to be part of the work.
Jered helps people develop better ways to cope with pressure at home and work. He will talk through what causes recurring anger or low mood and suggest small behavior changes to test between sessions. Parenting concerns are addressed by focusing on manageable strategies parents can try right away.
When life feels stuck, he helps people sort priorities and clarify a sense of purpose. Forgiveness is approached as a practical process that can reduce ongoing stress and free attention for present goals. The emphasis is on actions that produce noticeable differences in day-to-day life.
Clients can expect direct feedback and practical homework they can use on weekdays. The overall approach is steady and results-oriented rather than theoretical. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and an initial appointment are used to set goals together.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Two commonly used evidence-based techniques are cognitive-behavioral approaches and skills-based coping work. Cognitive-behavioral methods identify unhelpful thinking and test alternate responses, which can help with anxiety and low mood. Skills-based work focuses on concrete tools - breathing, planning, and behavior changes - that reduce stress and improve daily functioning.Another helpful approach is values and purpose exploration. This involves clarifying what matters and setting small goals that align with those values, which can guide decisions and reduce feeling stuck. Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work; the therapist will collaborate with each person to decide what fits their needs and goals.
Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, childcare, or health appointments and can reduce travel time. It also allows shorter check-ins when a full session is not needed and makes it simpler to try strategies in real life between meetings.
CAreas of focus
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, parenting strain, and self-esteem concerns, and also focuses on forgiveness and life purpose.
How would you describe his approach in sessions?
He uses straightforward conversation, practical steps, and feedback. Sessions focus on identifying patterns and testing small behavior changes between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of clinical experience working with individuals on emotional wellness and life transitions.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers