I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Virginia. I received my Bachelor's Degree from the University of Florida and my Master's Degree from Adelphi University in New York. I have been in this field for 15 years and in private practice for 13 years. I specialize in anxiety, am currently writing a book on it, and am fiercely passionate about how readily clients can create the changes they desire.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
I always tell clients not to overthink the first session. The goal is to start building a connection together as we simply get to know each other. We will likely talk about what brings you to the room, and discuss any and all questions you may have for me about the process or perhaps about me. I'm happy to be an open book (especially considering that's what I'm asking of you). By the end of session we will likely begin to assess what the roadmap looks like moving forward.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Having transcended my own anxiety and depression, I am able to speak from experience and not just theory. Additionally, I have developed the skill of turning theory into application so that clients know exactly what they need to commit to in terms of change (and it's not as much as you think!). I also pride myself on bringing a lot of humor and levity to the room, which makes talking about pain much more comfortable.
About Jordan Nacht
Appointments
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
In my 13 years of experience I have learned that change is both mental and behavioral. I have found it very rare that someone successfully achieves their therapeutic goals without consciously choosing to change both their thoughts/beliefs/perceptions AND their behavior. For some people it's easier to approach the cognitive processes first, while for others the behavioral is the easier place to start. Together we can figure out what would work best for you, and how to balance the two as you commit to change.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
The available research on the efficacy of mindfulness-based approaches is astounding. Most of our habits and personalities are built upon the need to avoid discomfort, change, or pain. Imagine a way that you can learn to embrace or stay neutral through such an experience? Imagine not needing to avoid mental or emotional pain. It's entirely possible to create, and many clients see results from mindfulness-based work in as little as 1-2 weeks. I personally can vouch for my own changes as well as clients who have made rapid, holistic changes because of their commitment to new mindfulness-based ways of living and being. Learning to be present with one's uncomfortable thoughts and feelings is a game changer.
Motivational Interviewing
It is my belief that many clients not only need counseling, but also coaching. I love to help clients leave session feeling inspired, motivated, and re-centered on their own definition of "true north." Motivational Interviewing is not forceful, though. It is the opposite in fact. It's an approach that requires the therapist to be able to let the client come to change in their own time, in their own way, and with a lot of positive reinforcement throughout. I love using M.I. tenets in sessions, and I'm confident you will too.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Being a coach part-time, this type of counseling approach is a language I speak fluently. If you're the type of person who likes to set goals, stay structured, and work towards short- and long-term checkpoints, then we can absolutely find ways to work wonderfully together.
Faith based therapy
I have studied different religions throughout my life (as well as agnosticism, atheism, and others) and love to explore them. More importantly, I love to explore how they impact the client's sense of peace and values. It is my belief based off of personal and vicarious experience that faith plays an enormous role in one's ability to create contentment.
