- Person-centered
- Skills-focused
- English sessions
About Jeffrey
Jeffrey Lavoie is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with six years of clinical experience. He supports people facing stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, and major life transitions. He also helps those managing ADHD and people experiencing panic disorder and panic attacks.
Jeffrey uses a collaborative, person-centered approach. He focuses on practical skills and clear goals. Sessions often involve talking through immediate concerns, practicing communication techniques, and building tools for handling strong emotions.
He also helps people explore self-love, forgiveness, and life purpose. That work includes identifying patterns that cause repeated conflict and developing new ways to respond. He supports people navigating blended family issues and communication problems.
Jeffrey has experience with first responder issues and with clients exploring gender identity. He works with people affected by autism spectrum traits, intellectual disability, impulsivity, and self-harm concerns. His aim is to meet each person where they are and help them take steps forward.
He practices in Connecticut and offers services in English. His background is practical and direct, focused on helping people gain skills they can use between sessions.
Evidence-based techniques and remote care
Jeffrey uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One approach emphasizes skill-building for anxiety and panic management, teaching breathing, grounding, and coping steps to reduce the power of sudden panic episodes and to handle ongoing worry. Another approach centers on improving communication and problem solving for parenting and blended family stress, using structured conversation and role practice to build clearer interactions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jeffrey collaborates with each person to identify goals and try methods that fit their needs and preferences. He adjusts techniques over time based on what is working and what feels manageable for the client.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session formats before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, limit travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Chat with the therapist about what will fit your schedule and communication style so sessions support everyday life without overloading it.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Jeffrey help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, anger, coping with life changes, ADHD, and panic disorder and panic attacks, along with related issues like communication problems and midlife transitions.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is collaborative and person-centered, focusing on practical skills, clear goals, and conversation about real-life challenges.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of clinical experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges and transitions.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is a CT LMFT - a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in Connecticut.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.