Jonathan Taglione, MS, LPC

Biography

My own journey and experiences have allowed me to become an expert in many treatment modalities. Not only do I tailor each experience based on the client’s individual needs, but I also incorporate intervention into both my group and individual process and emphasize the development of healthy, useful life skills.

Education

I am a 2008 graduate of Texas Tech University with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology, and in 2012, I completed my Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology from Tarleton State University.

I have been a mental health professional for 5 years. The foundation of my counseling is built on the Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutic (CBT) approach with an emphasis on Motivational Interviewing and Gestalt techniques. I believe that therapy is a partnership with my client wherein we co-create a plan of action for addressing issues and reaching positive outcomes. I have worked with both adolescents and adults who experience a variety of mental health and addiction issues. My focus is developing a therapeutic alliance and setting clear boundaries and expectations. This is essential to success in therapy.

As a potential client, working with a therapist may be the hardest emotional journey on which you find yourself. Human beings have a tendency to avoid the big issues that are affecting our lives. We live in a society where it appears more “efficient” to push aside, or sweep under the rug, anything that may slow us down or give the appearance that we are vulnerable. As a therapist, I encourage clients to look at the difficult issues and challenge themselves to press forward into a more positive outlook and healthier life path.

To begin therapy takes courage, patience and dedication to live an emotionally healthy lifestyle. It is my duty to serve as a guide offering insight, options and support while on this challenging journey. In return, my expectation is that a client will “own” their process. They will be on time, be open to exploration of their thoughts and feelings, and be willing to implement change.

As a student of human behavior, it is important that we never stop learning. Never stop progressing. Never stop challenging ourselves to be constantly evolving.

Fun Facts About Jonathan

Favorite quote: “Peace cannot be kept by force; it can only be achieved by understanding.” -Albert Einstein
Bucket list: To get my helicopter license, and travel to Barcelona, Spain.
Biggest fear: Spiders, I hate their hairy legs.
Favorite thing to do on a weekend: To engage in social activities, and meet new people while being with friends.
Greatest achievement: Getting my Masters in 2012, and beginning a career in helping people.
Passions (other than therapy): Hiking, hunting, playing sports, boating, water skiing, tubing, cooking/grilling outside, running/weight lifting.
Coolest travel adventure: Going to Italy and visiting Vatican City, Sicily, Rome, Pompeii, and Isle of Capri.

E-mail: taglione.jonathan@yahoo.com