- Experienced guide
- Practical steps
- Nonjudgmental support
About Jonathan
Jonathan "Jon" Briery is a licensed professional counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, grief, and depression. He offers steady, down-to-earth support and encourages clients to take the first steps toward change. Jon works to make sessions a place where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment.
With 39 years of experience as a Texas LPC, Jon draws on a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address everyday problems. He focuses on practical conversation and clear, manageable steps rather than clinical jargon. His approach centers on listening first, then helping clients set realistic goals they can act on between sessions.
Jon has worked with people dealing with family conflict, blended family issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and relationship concerns such as communication problems and commitment worries. He also supports people struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, process addictions, impulsivity, and social anxiety or phobia.
Sessions often include strategies to manage panic symptoms, reduce overwhelming anxiety, and handle mood shifts. Jon aims to help people build routines and coping skills that fit daily life. He encourages small experiments that show what works in the real world.
People looking to start will find clear guidance on next steps and what to expect. Jon emphasizes collaboration, so clients help shape the pace and focus of therapy. He keeps goals practical and centered on improving everyday functioning.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Many of Jon's methods come from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that aim to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. One common approach uses structured exercises and skill practice to manage anxiety and panic symptoms; it helps people recognize triggers, practice breathing and grounding skills, and test small changes in safe steps. Another approach focuses on building routines and coping strategies for mood and addiction concerns, helping people replace unhelpful habits with concrete alternatives and brief experiments to learn what helps.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jon works with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, pace, and comfort level. He reviews progress together and adjusts methods based on what proves useful in day-to-day life.
If you plan to try online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking. The practical benefits tend to be easier scheduling, removing travel time, and fitting short check-ins into a busy day. Online sessions can make it simpler to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
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Experience
39+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What types of concerns does Jon address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and related issues like family conflict and chronic illness.
What is Jon's general approach in sessions?
He listens first, uses evidence-based techniques, and focuses on practical steps clients can try between sessions.
How long has Jon been practicing?
Jon has 39 years of professional work experience in counseling and related settings.
What credentials and location apply to Jon?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not listed here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for therapy sessions?
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 Jon?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.