Jean Semelfort Jr., a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's degree and training from the College of Saint Elizabeth, believes that experiences shape individuals profoundly. He likens this process to the resilience of a cactus, noting that just as a cactus develops tougher skin and spikes to shield itself from challenges, individuals too may cultivate defenses that sometimes obscure their inherent strengths. With a compassionate approach to therapy, Jean helps clients uncover the remarkable beauty and resilience within themselves, which often goes unnoticed. He specializes in treating a variety of issues including anger management, oppositional defiance disorder, anxiety, and depression, with a particular focus on preteens, teens, and adults. Jean's sensitivity to multicultural issues extends across diverse areas such as gender and sexual orientation. His therapeutic style incorporates a range of modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), ensuring that he tailors his approach to meet the unique needs of individuals, couples, and families.