- Warm and accountable
- Goal oriented
- Faith informed
About Alfaye
Alfaye Jackson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri with 17 years of experience. She helps people manage stress and anxiety, cope with addictions, and address mood concerns such as bipolar disorder and depression. Alfaye aims to make therapy feel like a respectful conversation where clients can speak openly without fear of judgment.
She brings a warm, caring style that balances support with accountability. Sessions focus on practical goals and individualized plans so clients know what to work toward between visits. Alfaye emphasizes listening first, then helping people practice skills that reduce distress and improve daily functioning.
Outside of clinical work she leads a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, H.O.P.E. Inc., which provides housing, education, and training for homeless and at-risk youth. That long-term community work shapes her practical approach to problem solving and resource-building for clients.
In session she uses methods like cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, client-centered, and solution-focused approaches to guide the work. She describes her role as walking alongside clients while encouraging honesty and progress.
Alfaye sees many concerns that overlap with codependency and attachment issues, and she draws on years of experience to address co-occurring problems such as substance use, domestic violence impact, and mood disorders. People interested in beginning with her are invited to take a first step and complete the intake process to match with available scheduling.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building trust. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects what is said, and helps people clarify their own goals and values. This approach helps with concerns where feeling heard is the first step toward change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. It uses simple tools and practice tasks to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood instability. Clients learn to spot unhelpful thinking and try small behavior changes between sessions.
Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-moment awareness and simple breathing or body-awareness exercises. It can help reduce reactivity to stress and support emotional regulation during upset or cravings.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can change over time as progress is made and challenges shift.
Confirm available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific delivery options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time to appointments. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches so that skill practice and goal setting work in remote sessions just as they do in person.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Credentials
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, bipolar disorder, and depression, plus related concerns like codependency and attachment issues.
How would you describe the therapy style and approach?
The approach is warm and client-centered while keeping people accountable. Sessions focus on setting goals and practicing skills that lead to practical change.
What experience does the therapist bring?
Alfaye has 17 years of professional work experience and has led a nonprofit serving at-risk youth for over a decade, which informs her hands-on problem solving.
What credentials and location are listed for this counselor?
She holds the Licensed Professional Counselor credential (LPC) and practices in Missouri.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for 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 this therapist?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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