Jean Kraljev, LPC, LCMHC

Jean Kraljev is a licensed counselor who helps people facing addictions, depression, low self-esteem, and career struggles. She works in a direct, respectful way and aims to make the first step feel manageable for people who are nervous about starting therapy.

She uses straightforward conversation to identify what matters to each person and then shapes a plan that fits their life. Jean blends practical skills with attention to values so people can move toward goals that feel meaningful.

Over 25 years of clinical work, Jean has supported people through loss, trauma, relationship strains, and big life changes. She also addresses concerns such as bipolar mood shifts, compulsive behaviors, eating issues, and the isolation that sometimes follows major transitions.

Her approach draws on several evidence-based methods, including cognitive behavioral techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts, acceptance and commitment ideas to clarify values, and attachment-informed work to improve relationships. She also uses elements of dialectical behavior work to build emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills.

Jean emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in sessions. She helps people set realistic steps and practices they can use between meetings. If you want a therapist who will listen, offer clear tools, and tailor the plan to your needs, she may be a good fit.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that align with those values. It is useful for addictions, depression, and motivation-related struggles. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete tools for mood, anxiety, and compulsive patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at relationship patterns and how early bonds shape current reactions; it can help with trust, communication, and patterns that fuel isolation or relationship conflict.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Jean will work with each person to figure out which methods fit their goals and preferences. She adapts tools from different approaches and checks in regularly to see what is helping and what needs to change.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Some people prefer video for visual connection, while others choose phone for lower bandwidth or text for quick follow-ups; check the platform options and choose what fits your daily life.