Dr. Jerard Holton , LPC

Dr. Jerard Holton is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with six years of experience in the mental health field, holding licensure across Oklahoma, Texas, and Idaho. He also carries National Certified Counselor (NCC) recognition from the National Board for Certified Counselors and holds a doctorate in public health, with a concentration in population health management for behavioral health. These credentials reflect a background that bridges individual clinical care and broader behavioral health systems.

His work focuses on practical support for stress, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, career challenges, and depression. He regularly supports military and veteran populations and brings a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate stance to each interaction. In addition to those core areas, he addresses relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, addiction, ADHD, and related difficulties that affect daily functioning and life transitions.

Dr. Holton emphasizes a tailored approach, shaping conversations and treatment plans to match each person’s specific needs and goals. He frames therapy as a collaborative process and aims to empower people as they take steps toward a more fulfilling life. Seeking change takes courage, and he is committed to supporting and guiding that journey with practical, evidence-informed strategies.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening, acceptance, and collaboration. It gives clients space to explore their values and goals while the therapist reflects and supports growth, which can be especially helpful for self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression, then practicing concrete strategies to shift those patterns. It is practical and skills-based, often used for mood concerns, anxiety, and coping with everyday challenges.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These tools help people manage intense emotions, reduce reactive behavior, and improve communication in relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Holton works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting plans as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to integrate therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations while preserving the therapeutic relationship.