Licensed clinical social worker recordConnecticut
Jovens Colas, LCSW
Connecticut
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Connecticut
- LCSW, licence 009960
- NPI
- 1205231727
- Experience
- 11 years
- Languages
- English, Haitian Creole
- Location
- Connecticut
These details come from information Jovens 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
- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Mindfulness and ACT
About Jovens
Jovens Colas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Connecticut with 11 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, career questions, and compassion fatigue.
His style is straightforward and practical. He listens for the patterns that keep problems repeating and works with clients to try different ways of responding. Sessions focus on small, usable changes - what to try this week and how to notice what happens next.
Jovens uses a mix of approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered methods, existential ideas, and mindfulness practices. He draws on these methods to address thoughts, behaviors, and values so clients can clarify goals and try new actions that fit daily life.
He pays attention to how culture, gender, and experiences of prejudice shape feelings and choices. That includes attention to men's issues and multicultural concerns. Discussions may cover attachment patterns, communication, workplace stress, and the impact of family of origin on current relationships.
Jovens works in English and Haitian Creole. He accepts international clients. Before a first session, people are asked to complete a short questionnaire so scheduling matches their needs. The focus is practical progress over time, measured by what actually changes in day-to-day life.
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Approaches that translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking small actions toward those values. It helps with anxiety, depression, avoidance, and life transitions by linking values to practical steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches simple skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, worry, sleep problems, and anger. Client-centered work emphasizes listening and following the client’s concerns, helping people find their own solutions and pace.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Jovens will work collaboratively to identify which methods fit a client's goals, preferences, and daily routine. Together they’ll try techniques, assess what helps, and adjust the plan as needed.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or busy schedules, and they can reduce travel time. Different formats also allow for shorter check-ins or longer therapeutic work depending on what people need. Ask about languages and time zone considerations when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English, Haitian Creole
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep and anger issues, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, career questions, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach?
He blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered work, existential ideas, and mindfulness. Sessions focus on concrete steps and noticing what changes in daily life.
How much experience does he have?
He has 11 years of clinical experience practicing as a social worker in therapeutic settings.
Is he a licensed social worker and where?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Connecticut.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Haitian Creole.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any regional constraints when you complete the matching questionnaire.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions 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 not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers