JC Jones, LAPC - School Counseling: The Power of One Caring Adult

SUMMARY:
In this episode of TLC Connections, JC Jones, school counselor and outpatient therapist, reflects on his path into education and mental health, and the moments that most shaped his approach to supporting students.
Drawing from his dual roles in schools and private practice, JC shares how relationships built on consistency, presence, and belief can make all the difference for students navigating trauma, self-doubt, or difficult circumstances. Whether he is helping teens reframe their choices or guiding families through a crisis, JC emphasizes that support, not punishment, is what young people need most.

This episode is a powerful look at how empathy, patience, and perspective can lead to real change in the lives of young people.

GUEST BIO:
JC Jones, M.Ed., LAPC is a school-based counselor and success coach serving students in Norristown Area School District. His work goes beyond the counseling room, connecting with students through movement, mentorship, and community-building. JC is passionate about helping young people develop emotional skills, academic goals, and life pathways. In addition to his work in schools, JC provides outpatient counseling for adults and teens at TLC Wellness, offering creative approaches like walk-and-talk therapy and values-based coaching. His background in fitness, leadership, and education gives him a unique lens on what today’s students truly need to thrive.

EPISODE LINKS:
Psychology Today Profile: JC Jones
Dr. Jonathan Haidt – The Anxious Generation
Leonard Sax – The Collapse of Parenting

SPONSORS:
TLC Wellness is dedicated to serving individuals of all ages and addressing a diverse spectrum of mental health needs. Our mission is to provide compassionate and effective therapy services, tailored to each person’s unique circumstances, to promote healing, resilience, and holistic well-being within the community. By utilizing proven modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure and response prevention, acceptance and commitment therapy tools, and family systems/relational models, TLC Wellness strives to empower individuals on their journey toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.