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Jonathan King

Jonathan King, LMHC

Massachusetts 20 years in practice

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LMHC - Addictions and Trauma

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  • Addictions
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Grief and loss

About Jonathan

LMHC in Massachusetts with 20 years of experience, Jonathan King helps people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating concerns, and major life changes. He works with adults who need a steady, practical therapist to talk things through and find realistic next steps. Sessions are conversational and focused on what matters now.

Jonathan begins by listening to the person’s story and identifying their strengths. He treats clients as the expert on their own life while offering clinical guidance and coping tools. The work often includes building daily routines, improving coping skills, and addressing patterns that keep problems active.

He has substantial experience with grief and loss, helping people manage difficult emotions after a death or other big losses. For addictions and eating-related concerns he focuses on immediate strategies that reduce harm and increase stability. Trauma work emphasizes pacing and safety while addressing the impact of past events on present functioning.

Jonathan also supports people dealing with caregiver stress, men’s issues, midlife challenges, money worries, mood problems, and workplace stress. He draws on practical techniques to help clients regain control and make choices that fit their life circumstances.

People who start with him can expect straightforward sessions that balance listening with actionable steps. He encourages small, manageable changes and checks in about progress. To begin, a short matching process and an initial appointment set the plan for therapy.

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Approaches used and what online work looks like

Jonathan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and clear goals. One common approach emphasizes building coping skills and routines to reduce symptoms and manage cravings; this helps with addictions and day-to-day mood problems. Another approach focuses on paced trauma work that gently addresses how past events affect current behavior and feelings, using gradual processing rather than rushing into difficult memories.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jonathan will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. He listens to what has and hasn't helped before, then adjusts techniques as progress is tracked.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by removing travel time, allowing quicker check-ins during a break, or choosing a shorter session when needed. Many people find that remote sessions help them stay consistent with appointments and apply new skills between meetings.

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Areas of expertise

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

Massachusetts

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and eating issues, plus life changes and related stressors.

How does he approach therapy?

He treats clients as experts in their own lives and combines listening with practical coping strategies and step-by-step planning.

How much experience does he have?

He has 20 years of professional work experience as a mental health clinician.

What are his credentials and location?

He holds the LMHC credential and is licensed in Massachusetts.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

Jonathan King

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