Dr. Jonathan Behler, LCMHC, LPC

Dr. Jonathan Behler brings a calm, solution-focused approach to people navigating loss, relationship strain, addiction, and other life disruptions. He emphasizes helping individuals and families regain a sense of balance when work, home life, or personal health feels out of sync, offering a space to talk through concerns and explore practical steps forward.

He holds a Master of Divinity in Theology, which reflects advanced study in spiritual and ethical matters, a Master’s in Professional Counseling signifying formal training in therapeutic practice, and a Ph.D. in Psychology indicating doctoral-level expertise in psychological theory and assessment. He is also credentialed as an LCMHC and an LPC - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor - demonstrating state-level licensure to provide mental health services.

Additional certifications include training in clinical trauma care, parent-child interaction therapy for traumatized children, neurobiology and addiction, counseling for panic disorder through AACC, and specialized work in sexuality and sexual addiction. He has experience treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, Tourette Syndrome, OCD, marital and family issues, and has worked with military members, clergy, and their families to address trauma and related challenges.

Trauma, Addiction, and Parenting Approaches Offered Online

Dr. Behler uses trauma-focused methods to help people process and move forward from experiences of abuse, loss, or other overwhelming events. These approaches focus on understanding how trauma affects emotions, relationships, and daily functioning, and on building coping skills to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day life.

He also applies addiction-informed techniques grounded in neurobiology and clinical training in addiction, which aim to clarify how substance use and behavioral patterns develop and to teach strategies for managing cravings, triggers, and relapse risk. For families with young children who have experienced trauma, he is trained in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), a coaching-based approach that strengthens caregiver-child relationships and supports healthier behavior and attachment.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Behler works with each person to identify goals, review options, and adjust methods as progress is made so the plan fits the client’s needs and preferences.

Online sessions - including video calls, phone appointments, live chat, and text-based messaging - provide flexibility for people with busy schedules or those who cannot attend in person. Licensed professionals can deliver consistent care across these formats, making it easier to maintain regular sessions, involve family members when helpful, and access support from home or other convenient locations.