Jean Verneus
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in South Florida. I've been counseling for 26 years and bring extensive experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical.
A track record in assisting you in identifying the root cause of your challenges and creating a tailored plan that leads to measurable progress.
I take time to understand your story, strengths, and circumstances, then work with you to develop an approach that fits your goals and supports meaningful change.
First session
Our first session is an opportunity for me to learn about your story, what brings you to therapy, and what you hope will be different. We'll explore your concerns, strengths, and circumstances together and begin identifying areas to focus on. From there, we'll develop a plan that fits your needs and goals.
Strengths
I bring a warm, thoughtful, and collaborative approach to therapy. One of my strengths is taking the time to understand the person behind the concern—your story, circumstances, relationships, strengths, and what matters most to you. I don't believe therapy should be a one-size-fits-all process. I also bring a practical perspective. While having space to be heard and understood is important, I want our work to help you make sense of what you're experiencing and identify realistic ways to move forward. I draw on my experience, clinical knowledge, and a range of therapeutic approaches to help us find what fits your needs and goals. Most importantly, I want you to feel respected and involved in the process. My role is not to tell you who you should be or what you should do, but to help you better understand yourself, build on your strengths, and make meaningful changes at a pace that feels manageable.
Ideal clients
I work best with adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about what comes next. Many are navigating anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, or relationship concerns and want help making sense of what they're experiencing. You don't need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. We'll work together to understand what's happening, build on your strengths, and identify practical steps that fit your goals and circumstances.
Origin story
When I first went to college, I was considering several different careers, and psychology wasn't initially a clear direction for me. That changed after taking a course focused on urban issues and psychology. Through experiences with community programs and youth groups, I began to see psychology differently. It moved from something abstract to something practical—something that could help people navigate crises, relationships, cultural and life transitions, and the challenges they were facing. I was especially struck by the importance of understanding where people were coming from and finding ways to meet them with support that was practical and meaningful. That experience ultimately changed the direction of my career and led me toward becoming a helping professional.
Ongoing work together
Our ongoing work will be collaborative and responsive to what you need. As we build a better understanding of your experiences, we'll identify patterns, strengths, and areas for growth, then work toward practical changes that fit your goals. Progress may look different for each person—it might mean feeling less overwhelmed, responding differently to difficult situations, building confidence, improving relationships, or feeling more capable of navigating life's challenges. We'll regularly check in about what's changing, what's working, and where our work may need to adjust.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I utilize CBT to assist those I work with in addressing unhealthy thinking patterns, gaining a better understanding of their behavior, adopting better ways of coping and gaining greater confidence in their capabilities.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions11820 Miramar Pkwy, Miramar, FL 33025, 114