About me

Would you like to change how you feel? Do you know that your thoughts about yourself and your life determine what you're feeling and the choices you make. Let's use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to change your thoughts and change your life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in the state of Missouri with over 22 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients of every age and diagnosis, but most of my experience is in the areas of relational issues, depression, anxiety, parenting issue, and life changes. I have worked with teens for many years, and I have found that Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy is the most effective way to get them to understand what they think about themselves and how to learn to see themselves more realistically and objectively. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Baylor University and my Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Tennessee. I've been married for 30 years, and I have four children ranging in ages from 13-22.

As mentioned above, my main therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). However, I also employ Insight-Oriented Therapy as well. This just means that I will work with your teen on discovering what their thoughts are about themselves, and then work on changing them so that their emotions and behavior change as well. We will develop treatment goals suited to their specific needs and desires. My belief is that counseling will empower them to accomplish their therapeutic goals and that they will acquire a new set of skills that they'll be able to use the rest of their life.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationships
  • Parenting issues
  • Self esteem, Motivation
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Intimacy-related issues , Coping with life changes , Codependency , Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy

Years of Experience: 22

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

MO LCSW 2009034538

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Jon Collings. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Apr 11, 2024 after therapy with Jon for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and coping with life changes

I have been meeting with Jon for a year and half now, and I am so happy that I've finally found a therapist who understands me and challenges me in the ways I need.

Written on Mar 12, 2024 after therapy with Jon for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues

Great as usual

Written on Dec 27, 2023 after therapy with Jon for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, and coping with life changes

Jon listens and give me active ways to address my concerns and struggles. My sessions with him have been helpful and I always leave them feeling more equipped to face life challenges!

Written on Oct 10, 2023 after therapy with Jon for 3 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, and coping with life changes

My journey with Jon started about two years ago. The development and strategies we have used to progress in many aspects of life have greatly helped me come to terms with having a healthy productive view of my future. It seems to transcend my preconceived idea of “therapy” alone. Thanks Jon!

Written on Sep 20, 2023 after therapy with Jon for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem

He is someone who listens and has so much compassion. The advice, feedback and tools he has provided me truly has helped me in my journey to living a healthy life.

Written on May 23, 2023 after therapy with Jon for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and family conflicts

He seems to know what is going on with me before I do, which is very helpful. He is also so positive which is great.

Written on May 17, 2023 after therapy with Jon for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes

I have seen three other therapists before Jon, and I can say that he is by far the best I’ve had! He has helped me tremendously and I’d highly recommend him to anyone.

Written on Mar 13, 2023 after therapy with Jon for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder

It’s truly been great working with Jon, he’s helped me become more confident with myself and my actions. I’d for sure recommend him himself as a therapist to anyone else, and I know for sure I’ve recommended teencounseling.com to others already.

Written on Mar 10, 2023 after therapy with Jon for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

It’s been awesome working with Jon! I could not recommend him enough.

Written on Feb 15, 2023 after therapy with Jon for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety

Very insightful, helpful, and professional.

Written on Feb 07, 2023 after therapy with Jon for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd

Jon is very attentive, and takes the time to listen, read, and respond. I never feel rushed, and I always feel like my concerns are addressed thoughtfully.

Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Jon for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

So far so great

Written on Aug 25, 2022 after therapy with Jon for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Beyond helpful. Very insightful. So grateful we crossed paths.

Written on Jun 08, 2022 after therapy with Jon for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts

I was a bit skeptical about how online therapy could work. After my first meeting with Jon Collins, I was convinced both my therapist match and the means of therapy was quite successful. After our initial meeting, I was full of hope about having ideas of how to move in the direction I wanted to go to get out of some relationship snags. Jon listened to me and therefore understood what I was saying and gave great feedback. I’m really happy I made the decision to try teencounseling.com .

Written on May 14, 2022 after therapy with Jon for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues

Jon does a great job listening and also providing sound advice. He's experienced in relationships as well as navigating past trauma.

Written on Feb 27, 2022 after therapy with Jon for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and self esteem

Jon is very engaged and quickly understands the needs without forcing his patients to deal with anything to big too fast. Most importantly He is always Available

Written on Dec 04, 2021 after therapy with Jon for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse

Jon has been very patient with me and gives positive feedback on each session. Often he gives specific things he wants me to work on in between sessions that I can do or keep in mind, which helps me towards my goals faster. He always reminds me how he is available in between sessions and encourages writings to him for any reason.

Written on Oct 06, 2021 after therapy with Jon for 3 months

He’s been great!

Written on Jul 05, 2021 after therapy with Jon for 2 weeks

Jon has been so very helpful and a great source of encouragement as he works with our teenage son. He communicates in a way that a 14 year old boy will listen. That is a rare gift--and we are grateful!

Written on Oct 01, 2020 after therapy with Jon for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management

My significant other, encouraged me to use this app after the many times I expressed to her I’ve always wanted to speak to a counselor. I was timid at first but when I was paired with Jon, from the first video session I was put at ease. Now a few months later I’ve learned so much and am able to impart some of what I’ve learned with others around me. When talking to my significant other and her experience with her counselor on the app, it took her a few tries to find a good fit whereas I found a good fit with Jon on my first try. His approach to issues I face is great and it’s good to get to the core of some the issues. I’m forever grateful to have been matched with Jon and I hope others can get the same benefits with him that I’ve experienced through our sessions.

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