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Ronald Henson

Thoughtful, skills-based therapy for life challenges

LCSW New Jersey

Experience
7 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Jungian Therapy
Languages
English

About Ronald

Ronald Henson is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in New Jersey who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, and life coaching concerns.

Background and approach

He brings seven years of professional therapeutic experience and works with adults seeking practical strategies to reduce distress, improve communication, and clarify life purpose. Ronald emphasizes skill-building and actionable steps so clients can make measurable changes in everyday thinking and behavior.

His style blends structured, evidence-informed methods with attention to deeper personal themes. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop new coping skills, while also incorporating elements of Jungian therapy to explore personal meaning and Motivational Interviewing to strengthen readiness for change.

Ronald approaches work collaboratively, helping clients set clear goals and apply techniques that fit their priorities and pace. He offers sessions through a variety of online formats to accommodate different schedules and preferences.

Online Approaches: Practical Tools and Personal Meaning

Ronald uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients spot unhelpful thinking patterns and practice concrete strategies for managing anxiety, low mood, and daily stressors. CBT emphasizes skills such as cognitive reframing, behavioral experiments, and structured problem solving to produce measurable changes in mood and functioning.

He also integrates Jungian therapy when clients want to explore deeper personal themes, symbolism, and life narrative. This approach can help illuminate patterns of meaning that contribute to relationship difficulties, issues with identity, or a desire to find greater purpose. Motivational Interviewing is used to strengthen a client’s own motivation and commitment to change, particularly when ambivalence or transitions arise.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and Ronald collaborates with each person to determine what fits best based on goals, preferences, and progress. He will adjust methods as needed and invite client feedback to keep work aligned with what matters most.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain momentum between meetings, try techniques in real-world contexts, and access consistent support without extensive travel.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ronald commonly address?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem challenges, depression, and coaching needs, along with related areas like attachment issues, communication problems, and life purpose exploration.
What therapeutic approaches does he use in sessions?
Ronald draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Jungian therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to combine practical skill-building with exploration of underlying themes and motivation for change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of experience as a practicing therapist, working to help clients build skills, set goals, and make practical changes in their lives.
Where is he licensed to practice?
Ronald holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in New Jersey with the license number NJ LCSW 44SC05731300.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for online work?
He meets with clients via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide options that suit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoaching

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersSelf-loveWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Jungian TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

New Jersey

Languages

English