Jeffrey Sumpolec, LPCC, LPC

Jeffrey Sumpolec is a licensed therapist who works mainly with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and anger. He speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. His approach centers on strengths and real-life problem solving so clients can feel more steady day to day.

With 22 years in the field and licenses as an Ohio LPCC and a South Carolina LPC, he brings long-term clinical experience to each session. He helps people notice links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. That often makes unhealthy patterns easier to change.

Sessions prioritize clear goals and useful tools. Jeffrey uses a mix of approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered methods. He aims to make therapy feel collaborative and straightforward rather than overwhelming.

He also pays attention to relationship and attachment themes when those show up, and he supports people dealing with grief, shame, isolation, and life transitions. His work touches on issues such as intimacy concerns, compulsions, phobias, and sexual dysfunction when relevant to an adult client.

Jeffrey practices from California after relocating from Virginia. He offers services in English and sees international clients as well. To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.

Therapeutic approaches for online work and lasting change

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts without getting stuck in them and clarify what matters most. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes by helping clients take values-based action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. It often helps with anxiety, mood problems, and compulsive behaviors. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist reflects and supports a person's own problem solving; it can be especially helpful when someone needs a steady, supportive space to talk things through.

Deciding which approach to use is part of the process. Jeffrey works together with each person to pick methods that match their goals and preferences. That means initial sessions often focus on identifying priorities, trying a practical tool, and adjusting course based on what feels useful.

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile. Online therapy can make regular appointments easier to fit into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets people try different tools between sessions and bring examples from daily life into conversation, which can speed up progress without promising specific results.