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LPCC, LCMHC

Henry "Jay" Swedlaw, LPCC, LCMHC

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationTexas
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and LGBT
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Henry

Henry "Jay" Swedlaw brings two decades of clinical experience to his work supporting people through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. He practices as an LPCC and LCMHC, which are counseling licenses that indicate training and oversight in clinical mental health care.

Background and approach

Based in Texas, he offers a thoughtful, evidence-informed approach to issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, addiction, trauma, grief, and ADHD among many other concerns. Swedlaw blends practical skills with compassionate support, drawing on methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness to help clients build coping strategies and increase emotional clarity.

He creates an affirming environment for discussions of sexuality, gender, intimacy, and nontraditional relationship structures, and works with people facing career stress, parenting challenges, or identity questions. His style emphasizes collaboration, skill-building, and helping people find values-driven action that fits their lives.

Clients who seek a therapist with experience across a broad range of concerns can expect a pragmatic and respectful partnership focused on clear goals, adaptable techniques, and steady professional guidance as they work toward sustained change.

Evidence-Based Approaches Delivered Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replacing them with more constructive alternatives, often benefiting stress, mood disorders, and many everyday difficulties. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and nonreactive attention to internal experience, supporting emotional regulation and reducing rumination.

Determining the right approach is a collaborative process; the therapist will work with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and the specific issues they bring. That means techniques may be combined or adjusted over time to fit evolving needs.

Online sessions make these approaches accessible through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. Working with licensed professionals remotely allows clients to maintain continuity of care across locations and to integrate therapy into busy lives without sacrificing clinical quality.

Frequently asked questions

Which concerns does he commonly treat?
He addresses a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and intimacy-related matters, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, and career or life changes. Additional focus areas include body image, codependency, gender dysphoria, and alternative sex culture topics.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
His work integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor interventions to each client. The emphasis is on practical skills, values-based action, and collaborative exploration of personal narratives.
What does his clinical experience include?
He has 20 years of professional experience working with diverse emotional and interpersonal challenges. That span informs a practiced, flexible approach to assessment and treatment planning.
Which licenses and location does he hold?
He holds the credentials LPCC and LCMHC, and the listed license details are CA LPCC 22321 and NH LCMHC 2837. He is based in Texas.
What languages are available and is international work accepted?
Sessions are offered in English, and he does accept international clients. Availability for international scheduling is determined by therapist availability.
How are sessions delivered?
He offers multiple remote formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Those options allow for flexible scheduling and different modes of communication depending on client preference.
What does therapy cost and how are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on the subscription terms and the client’s region.
What steps are involved in starting therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability. The intake process matches needs and logistics before sessions begin.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsGender dysphoriaHIV / AIDSInfidelityMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Florida, Texas, Wyoming, New Mexico, Arizona, New Hampshire, California

Languages

English

What Henry can help with

Henry "Jay" Swedlaw works with clients on stress and anxiety, LGBT, relationship issues, self esteem, and depression.

Henry works with individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes.

Henry works with LGBTQ+ individuals, young adults, and those experiencing relationship challenges.

How Henry approaches therapy

Henry's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Henry is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor practicing in Texas.