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Jeffrey Bright

Compassionate skills-based therapy for life transitions

MD, LCSW-C, LCSW Maryland

Experience
15 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Jeffrey

Jeffrey Bright is a licensed mental health professional in Maryland who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, sleep problems, anger, career stress, and issues related to identity and sexuality.

Background and approach

He brings 15 years of clinical experience and combines practical, evidence-informed techniques to help clients build coping skills, improve self-esteem, and navigate life transitions such as changes in relationships or career paths.

Jeffrey integrates approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and client-centered methods to create tailored plans that address each person’s circumstances and goals. He holds MD, LCSW-C, and LCSW credentials and frames progress as a collaborative process that emphasizes clarity, skill-building, and exploration of values.

Prospective clients in Maryland who are comfortable working in English can expect a supportive, skills-focused practice that aims to strengthen resilience and clarify purpose. Beginning therapy is a meaningful step and Jeffrey encourages people to take it at their pace, combining structured interventions with empathic listening to help clients move toward greater stability and self-understanding.

Therapeutic approaches in online care

Jeffrey commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and adjust unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and stress-related problems. He also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to support people in clarifying values, accepting difficult emotions, and taking committed action toward meaningful goals. Both approaches emphasize practical tools and exercises that translate well to remote sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist collaborates with each client to assess needs, preferences, and goals, then blends methods such as CBT and ACT with client-centered and mindfulness techniques to create a plan that fits the individual. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy remains focused and responsive to changing needs.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and varied communication styles. These formats make it easier to fit focused skill-building, behavioral experiments, and reflective conversations into day-to-day life, allowing licensed professionals to provide consistent support without requiring in-person visits.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Jeffrey work with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, parenting and fatherhood concerns, career stress, sleep problems, anger, compassion fatigue, and challenges related to sexuality and identity.
What is Jeffrey’s therapeutic style?
His approach blends structured, skills-based interventions with empathic, client-centered listening to help clients build coping skills and clarify values.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Jeffrey brings 15 years of professional experience working with people on a range of mental health and life concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds MD, LCSW-C, and LCSW credentials; his practice is based in Maryland and his licensure identifiers include MD LCSW-C 31189 and UT LCSW 6783831-3501.
Does he provide services in languages besides English?
Services are offered in English; he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsEmptinessFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesSelf-loveSexualityYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Licensed

Utah, Maryland

Languages

English