Jo Laboff
Experienced LICSW focused on practical change
LICSW Washington
- Experience
- 18 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Depression
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Languages
- English
About Jo
Jo Laboff is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Washington who provides support for stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, career concerns, and coping with life changes.
Background and approach
She also focuses on aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, impulsivity, and mood disorders. With 18 years of clinical experience, she draws on her background in clinical social work and psychology to help adults navigate challenging life moments.
Her approach emphasizes practical, affirming strategies that foster change and build on a person’s existing strengths. Jo uses evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with mindfulness practices and solution-focused techniques to help clients identify patterns, learn new skills, and create realistic goals.
Her counseling style is described as laid back, compassionate, and attentive, with an emphasis on treating people without stigmatizing labels. She aims to meet clients where they are, explore how they interpret their experiences, and support shifts in perception and behavior that lead to greater satisfaction and resilience.
Jo works collaboratively to empower individuals when they are ready to make changes and offers a supportive environment for honest exploration and growth.
Approaches and Online Support for Practical Change
Jo uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns, teaching concrete skills to manage symptoms and solve everyday problems. She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques that focus on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness for people facing strong emotions or impulsivity.Finding the right therapeutic approach is treated as a collaborative process. Jo works with each person to clarify goals and preferences, then adapts methods so the plan fits the client’s needs and pace rather than following a one-size-fits-all agenda.
Online therapy with Jo is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow clients to access consistent support from licensed professionals without commuting, making it easier to attend sessions during busy or transitional times. The combination of practical, skills-based approaches and multiple remote formats helps people apply new strategies directly to daily life.
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Experience
18+ years
Licensed
Washington
Languages
English