FindADHDTherapists

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

LMFT

Leo Jeffero, LMFT

  • Experience16 years
  • LocationNorth Carolina
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
View booking options

Check the available next steps for working with Leo online.

About Leo

Leo Jeffero is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 16 years of clinical experience and a practice based in North Carolina.

Background and approach

He brings a grounded, respectful approach to helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, anger, and challenges related to relationships, family life, parenting, trauma and abuse, and ADHD. His background includes work with mood concerns such as bipolar disorder and a variety of relational and personality issues, and he frames treatment around each person’s specific situation and goals.

Jeffero emphasizes sensitivity and compassion in sessions while collaborating with clients to shape meaningful treatment plans. He draws from evidence-informed approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy to tailor interventions to what a client needs most.

He sees the decision to seek help as a courageous step and aims to provide steady support as people pursue clearer coping strategies and more satisfying daily functioning.

Psychotherapy Approaches and Online Options

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify values and take committed action while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to improve mood and coping, making it a common choice for anxiety, depression, and anger-related concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relational patterns shape current relationships and helps rebuild healthier ways of relating for those struggling with relationship or family issues.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist works with clients to explore which methods resonate with their goals and preferences and may combine elements from several approaches to create a tailored plan that fits the client’s needs and circumstances.

Online therapy with this practice includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving clients flexibility to connect in the way that fits their life. These remote options make it easier to schedule consistent sessions around work, family, and other commitments while maintaining an ongoing therapeutic relationship with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
His practice covers stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflict, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, and ADHD among other areas.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
He uses a collaborative, respectful style and blends approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy to fit individual needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 16 years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and relational concerns.
What credentials and location are on record?
He is an LMFT licensed in Arizona and North Carolina with license identifiers AZ LMFT LMFT-15165 and NC LMFT 2286, and he practices from North Carolina.
Can non-English speakers work with him?
Sessions are offered in English only and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payments handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to his availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issues

Also works with

Trauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCodependencyCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Traumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

16+ years

Licensed

Arizona, North Carolina

Languages

English

What Leo can help with

Leo Jeffero works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues.

Leo works with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts.

Leo works with trauma.

How Leo approaches therapy

Leo's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Leo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in North Carolina, with 16 years of clinical experience.