- Fatherhood issues
- Family of origin
- CBT and IFS
About Jameson
Dr. Jameson Mercier is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 18 years of clinical experience. He focuses on relationship and family concerns, fatherhood issues, and relationship systems. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, intimacy problems, parenting concerns, grief, addictions, and related life changes.
He holds a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University. His doctoral research looked at Black fathers serving as primary caregivers. That research informs his practical focus on fatherhood and blended family dynamics. He also serves as a qualified supervisor in Florida for Clinical Social Work, Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling.
In sessions he uses plain, goal-oriented conversation. He mixes Client-Centered methods with techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused approaches. He also draws on Trauma-Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems when early family patterns or painful events are part of a problem.
He helps people talk through relationship patterns that started in their families of origin. That can include expectations, roles, conflict, or caregiving strains that follow someone into adulthood. He also supports people navigating divorce, blended households, immigration stress, or the pressures of first responder and veteran roles.
Sessions are offered in English and Haitian Creole. Practical work may include skill practice, reframing thoughts, setting boundaries, and planning short-term goals. People who want to begin are asked to use the site's matching and scheduling flow to book an initial session.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people can sort out what matters most. It is useful for relationship and family conversations where understanding feelings and priorities helps guide change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It is practical for anxiety, depression, anger, and daily stress because it supports skill practice and small behavior changes.
He and the client will decide together which approach to emphasize. That means talking about goals, trying techniques, and adjusting the plan based on what feels useful. The therapist treats selecting methods as a collaborative step rather than a one-time decision.
Session formats are not spelled out in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. People often find online sessions help fit therapy into busy weeks, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it easier to schedule around work or caregiving. Online work also lets the therapist assign practical exercises between meetings and review progress during regular sessions.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Haitian Creole
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, parenting, addictions, grief, anger, self-esteem, career and depression among adults.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses straightforward, goal-focused conversation with methods drawn from Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
What is his background and experience?
He has 18 years of clinical experience and a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy, with research on Black fathers as primary caregivers.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and practices there.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Haitian Creole.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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