- ACT and CBT
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Octavius
Octavius Brown is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in New Jersey with 11 years of clinical experience. He focuses on common early-adult concerns such as stress, anxiety, career worries, and relationship strain, and also works with issues like depression, ADHD, and addiction. Octavius describes his work as practical and direct, helping people tackle specific problems and day-to-day challenges.
He uses several well-known therapy methods to guide sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports making values-based choices while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. Mindfulness techniques are used to slow down and notice what’s happening in the moment.
In sessions he takes a client-centered stance, which means listening closely and shaping the work around the person in front of him. Motivational Interviewing can be part of the conversation when someone wants to change habits like substance use. These methods often appear together in his approach to make practical plans and track progress.
Octavius has worked across assessments, occupational health, behavioral health, complex trauma, domestic violence, and parenting-related issues. He frames problems in clear terms and focuses on concrete steps people can take between sessions. He practices in New Jersey and conducts therapy in English.
To begin, the usual route is completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session so goals and logistics can be set out.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts without letting them decide actions. It’s useful for anxiety, avoidance, and making choices that match personal values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing practical behavior changes to reduce symptoms like low mood or anxiety. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on what the person says matters most and shapes goals from that perspective.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the early work. He will help figure out which methods fit best based on the client’s goals, day-to-day stresses, and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Session formats are not listed in his biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it simpler to keep continuity during life changes like starting a new job or moving. If specific formats matter to you, check the session options when you arrange the first appointment.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and family concerns, ADHD, grief, trauma, and related issues listed in his specialties.
What is his general therapy style?
He combines client-centered listening with practical methods like CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to make clear steps people can take.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 11 years of clinical experience in mental health settings covering areas such as assessments, behavioral health, and complex trauma.
What credential and location should I expect?
He practices as an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and works in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to set goals and logistics.
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