Jaeron-Rae Dukes, LPC
Warm person-centered counselor for LGBTQIA+ clients
- Supports transgender clients
- Warm interactive approach
- Trauma and relationship focus
About Jaeron-Rae Dukes
Jaeron-Rae Dukes is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who brings a compassionate, person-centered approach to therapy. They have worked with people facing a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, incarceration, dissociation, psychosis, sexual behavior concerns, trauma and abuse, PTSD, coping skills, career difficulties, OCD, and eating issues. Jaeron-Rae has a particular interest in serving LGBTQIA+ clients and has specialized training to support transgender people.
Their therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and collaborative, rooted in the belief that each person is the expert on their own life. Jaeron-Rae focuses on supporting clients as they identify strengths, build coping strategies, and move toward healing at their own pace. They combine cognitive-behavioral methods with humanistic, narrative, and solution-focused techniques to tailor care to each client's needs.
Jaeron-Rae's training includes work with Polyvagal Theory, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Ego States work, Internal Family Systems, attachment-based approaches, strength-based and trauma-informed care, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Gottman methods for couples. This varied background informs flexible, individualized treatment plans.
Reaching out for support takes courage, and Jaeron-Rae aims to create a supportive environment where that courage can lead to meaningful change and greater well-being.
Their therapeutic style is warm, interactive, and collaborative, rooted in the belief that each person is the expert on their own life. Jaeron-Rae focuses on supporting clients as they identify strengths, build coping strategies, and move toward healing at their own pace. They combine cognitive-behavioral methods with humanistic, narrative, and solution-focused techniques to tailor care to each client's needs.
Jaeron-Rae's training includes work with Polyvagal Theory, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Ego States work, Internal Family Systems, attachment-based approaches, strength-based and trauma-informed care, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Gottman methods for couples. This varied background informs flexible, individualized treatment plans.
Reaching out for support takes courage, and Jaeron-Rae aims to create a supportive environment where that courage can lead to meaningful change and greater well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jaeron-Rae Dukes have?
Jaeron-Rae Dukes has 3 years of experience.
Is Jaeron-Rae Dukes a licensed therapist?
Yes. Jaeron-Rae Dukes holds the LPC credential. License details: SD LPC 20624.
In which languages does Jaeron-Rae Dukes provide therapy?
English.
Where is Jaeron-Rae Dukes located?
South Dakota.
How can I work with Jaeron-Rae Dukes as my therapist?
You can work with Jaeron-Rae Dukes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jaeron-Rae Dukes work with international clients?
Jaeron-Rae Dukes does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jaeron-Rae Dukes cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches in Online Care
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape emotional patterns and current connections. It helps people who struggle with trust, intimacy, and attachment wounds to understand relational triggers and build more secure ways of relating.Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's experience and emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration. This approach supports people seeking a respectful, non-directive space to explore values, identity, and personal goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is often used for symptom relief and to build coping strategies that fit everyday life.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Jaeron-Rae Dukes works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they assess progress and adjust the plan so therapy remains relevant and effective.
Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging provide flexibility for people balancing work, family, or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to connect with licensed professionals and therapists from familiar surroundings, which can increase consistency and help integrate therapy into daily life.