CBTTherapistsUSA

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

JK Portrait of Jean Kraljev

Jean Kraljev

Empathy-driven, skills-focused therapy for lasting change

LPC, LCMHC Florida

Experience
25 years in practice
Focus areas
Addictions, Bipolar, Depression
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
Continue with Jean

About Jean

Jean Kraljev brings a compassionate, individualized approach to therapy and emphasizes practical strategies that help clients move forward.

Background and approach

She works with people facing addictions, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, relationship and attachment concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and eating difficulties, career challenges, and a wide range of related life stressors. With 25 years of professional experience and licensure in Florida, she adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person’s circumstances and goals.

Kraljev draws on a blend of evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address symptoms and build everyday coping skills. She aims to offer respectful, sensitive, and compassionate care while collaborating with clients to set realistic steps toward change.

Prospective clients who are ready to begin can expect a therapist who listens first, tailors interventions to the situation, and supports practical problem solving throughout the process.

Integrating focused therapies with flexible online care

Jean Kraljev commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; CBT is practical for addressing depression, anxiety, addictive behaviors, and everyday coping challenges. She also employs Acceptance and Commitment Therapy which emphasizes values-guided action and mindfulness skills to increase psychological flexibility and support people navigating life changes and difficult emotions. Attachment-Based Therapy is part of her toolkit for exploring relational patterns, improving communication, and healing from trauma related to attachment wounds.

Deciding which approach fits best is a collaborative process. The therapist partners with each client to clarify goals, trial techniques, and adjust methods over time so the approach aligns with the person’s needs, preferences, and progress rather than assuming a single method up front.

Online therapy here is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging so clients can choose the format that works with their schedule and comfort level. These options increase accessibility and make it easier to maintain regular sessions while using the approaches described above to practice skills, review progress, and apply strategies between meetings.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Jean commonly help with?
She addresses a broad range of issues including addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and attachment problems, self-esteem, eating challenges, career difficulties, and related stressors listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her practice blends practical, skills-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with ACT, DBT, attachment-informed work, and a client-centered stance to tailor care to each person.
How much professional experience does she have?
She brings 25 years of professional experience working with diverse clinical concerns and has developed a flexible, individualized approach over that time.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is licensed as an LPC and an LCMHC with license numbers SC LPC 10755 and NC LCMHC 22380, and she practices in Florida.
Can nonlocal clients work with her if they speak another language?
She offers services in English and is available to work with international clients according to the profile information.
Which session formats are offered for therapy?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and preferences.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should someone do to begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseEating disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoaching

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina

Languages

English