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Dr. Jean Kerry

Dr. Jean Kerry

LMFT

Therapist in Florida

Practical therapy for stress and relationships

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  • Experience 20 years
  • Languages English
  • Sessions Online
  • Goal focused care
  • Relationship skills
  • Practical coping tools

About Jean

Dr. Jean Kerry is a licensed marriage and family therapist with twenty years of clinical experience. She helps people handle stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and problems with self-esteem. Her work centers on practical steps that can change daily life, not just labels on a chart.

She often focuses on relationship conflict and communication. That can mean talking through difficult conversations, setting boundaries, or managing anger in ways that protect important connections. She also supports people facing caregiver strain, chronic illness, life transitions, and feelings of abandonment or isolation.

Dr. Kerry uses clear, goal-oriented methods in sessions. She draws from approaches such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, and the Gottman Method to create a plan that fits each person. Sessions emphasize learning skills, testing them in real life, and adjusting as needed.

Her style is direct and compassionate. She aims to make sessions feel like practical problem-solving, while also attending to the emotional side of hard experiences. Many people seek her help when stress or past hurts start to interfere with work, relationships, or daily routines.

Dr. Kerry practices in Florida and works in English. If you want to explore how therapy might help with workplace stress, relationship problems, chronic pain, or loneliness, she guides people through a clear intake and planning process.

How Jean Kerry’s approaches fit online care

Dr. Kerry draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting working relationship so people can find their own solutions. CBT uses practical exercises to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. DBT teaches emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills that help when strong feelings or impulsivity get in the way.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past. Together they decide whether to focus on skill work, processing emotions, or improving communication, and they adapt the plan as progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats before booking since current session options are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and let people practice new skills between sessions in real life. Licensed professionals can use the same therapeutic methods online as in person, and Dr. Kerry tailors those tools to whatever setup you choose.

License and NPI

Psychologist Florida · No. PY5577
LMFT Florida · No. MT1288
NPI1477763738

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Areas of expertise

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodHypnotherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Florida, Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, and self-esteem issues, plus related areas like caregiver stress, chronic pain, and isolation.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her approach is practical and compassionate, focusing on skill building, clearer communication, and steps you can try between sessions.

How many years has she been practicing?

She has twenty years of professional experience working with people on relationship and personal challenges.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She is a LMFT and practices in Florida; the listing also notes FL LMFT and FL Psychologist details as provided.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does payment work and what does it cost?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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