- Values-based work
- Sleep and rest focus
- Speaks Creole
About Jovens
Jovens Colas is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, sleep problems, addiction, grief, and relationship struggles. He works with concerns such as trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, low self-esteem, and career or life changes. Jovens welcomes people who identify as LGBT and supports those facing prejudice or multicultural challenges. He offers services in English and Haitian Creole and practices in Connecticut.
Jovens uses a person-focused style that centers each client’s story. Sessions emphasize listening first, then practical steps clients can try between meetings. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thoughts and choose actions that match their values. Client-Centered Therapy and Mindfulness approaches guide much of the work, encouraging clearer self-awareness and calmness.
In sessions he often addresses attachment patterns, abandonment concerns, and communication problems. He also helps people facing chronic pain, caregiver stress, or substance use and recovery issues. Work on sleeping and rest focuses on routines, coping strategies, and reducing worry that interferes with sleep.
With 11 years of clinical experience, Jovens aims to create a practical plan tailored to each person. He speaks directly about coping tools and small behavior changes that can make a difference. He frames therapy as a collaborative process where goals are set together.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to the therapist’s availability. Jovens accepts international clients and practices under his Connecticut LCSW credential.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Jovens draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide remote work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, clarify values, and take small steps toward a meaningful life. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and problems with motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying thought and behavior patterns and testing new ways of responding to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.He also uses Client-Centered and Mindfulness approaches to keep sessions grounded in the client’s experience. These methods support calm attention to feelings and encourage clients to set goals that matter to them. Choosing the right mix of methods is part of the work together; the therapist will help figure out which approaches best match a person’s needs and preferences.
The therapist’s biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when days are tight. They can also support continuity of care for people who move or travel, while the therapist and client collaborate to find a practical rhythm for meetings.
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Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Connecticut
Languages
English, Haitian Creole
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jovens commonly address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, and sleep difficulties.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
Jovens uses a person-centered style that emphasizes listening, practical steps, and collaboration. He combines talking, skill practice, and mindfulness to help clients try new ways of coping.
What is his background and experience?
He has 11 years of clinical experience working with diverse populations and focuses on issues like attachment, multicultural concerns, and men's mental health.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds a Connecticut LCSW credential and practices in Connecticut.
Which languages are offered and are international clients supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Haitian Creole, and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.