- 20 years experience
- Values-based care
- Practical strategies
About Henry
Henry "Jay" Swedlaw is a licensed counselor who brings two decades of clinical work to his practice. He holds LPCC and LCMHC credentials and practices from Texas. He focuses on practical, down-to-earth help for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, relationship strain, or questions about identity and intimacy.
Jay aims to make sessions straightforward and useful. He listens for what matters most and helps people set small goals they can try between visits. He talks through coping strategies for mood, sleep, eating, and substance concerns, and addresses issues like codependency, body image, and sexual identity without judgment.
His style blends several evidence-based methods. He uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thoughts and craft new behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify values and take steps that match those values. Mindfulness and narrative techniques support learning new ways to tell one’s story and stay grounded in difficult moments.
Jay has experience helping people manage transitions such as divorce, career shifts, and recovery from trauma. He also works with concerns around kink and alternative sexual cultures, gender dysphoria, and HIV/AIDS with attention to the real-life challenges those bring. He aims to help people build resilience, stronger communication, and clearer decisions.
For anyone considering therapy, Jay encourages an accessible, judgement-free conversation about goals and options. He helps people find manageable practices that fit everyday life and change as needed.
Approaches that translate well to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking small steps toward those values. It can help with anxiety, depression, codependency, and life transitions by shifting focus from symptom control to meaningful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It is often useful for stress, sleep problems, mood, and anxiety. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and grounding skills to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, which supports ongoing coping and relapse prevention.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has worked before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust them over time based on what helps most.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, cut travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find these practical benefits helpful when juggling work, parenting, or health concerns, and the therapist will help shape sessions to fit each person's routine.
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Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Florida, Texas, Wyoming, New Mexico, Arizona, New Hampshire, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Jay address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, and codependency, plus relationship and intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses practical, conversational sessions that focus on small goals, coping strategies, and clearer communication.
What is his background and experience?
Jay has 20 years of clinical experience and two decades of practice informing his approach to common and complex concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LPCC and LCMHC credentials and is based in Texas, with licensure history noted in multiple states in his original biography.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled for therapy?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Jay?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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