- 40 years experience
- Depth-oriented care
- Practical coping skills
About John
John Rigney is an experienced licensed professional clinical counselor with 40 years of practice. He works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. John emphasizes a respectful, depth-oriented approach that centers each person's story and needs.
Clients meet a therapist who listens closely and helps them name what feels most urgent. Sessions focus on understanding feelings, looking at unhelpful patterns, and trying small changes that make daily life easier. John pays particular attention to issues around attachment, abandonment, and family of origin concerns.
He also helps people coping with trauma, grief, and the emotional strain of illness and caregiving. Narrative and Jungian ideas are part of his work when exploring personal meaning and long-term patterns. Cognitive behavioral tools and mindfulness practices are used to calm the mind and build new habits.
John aims to create a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can speak openly about painful memories and current pressures. He supports clients in developing stronger self-esteem and clearer decision making. The emphasis is on steady, practical steps toward feeling more grounded.
With decades of experience in Kentucky, John brings patience and a willingness to follow each person's pace. People who prefer a reflective, collaborative therapist may find his style helpful when navigating complex feelings and life transitions.
Clients meet a therapist who listens closely and helps them name what feels most urgent. Sessions focus on understanding feelings, looking at unhelpful patterns, and trying small changes that make daily life easier. John pays particular attention to issues around attachment, abandonment, and family of origin concerns.
He also helps people coping with trauma, grief, and the emotional strain of illness and caregiving. Narrative and Jungian ideas are part of his work when exploring personal meaning and long-term patterns. Cognitive behavioral tools and mindfulness practices are used to calm the mind and build new habits.
John aims to create a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can speak openly about painful memories and current pressures. He supports clients in developing stronger self-esteem and clearer decision making. The emphasis is on steady, practical steps toward feeling more grounded.
With decades of experience in Kentucky, John brings patience and a willingness to follow each person's pace. People who prefer a reflective, collaborative therapist may find his style helpful when navigating complex feelings and life transitions.
How therapy approaches translate to online work
John often draws on client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening, empathy, and building a respectful relationship that helps people feel heard. This approach supports clients who want a therapist who follows their lead and helps them clarify what matters most.He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and introduces practical strategies to reduce anxiety and improve mood. CBT is useful for people seeking concrete tools to change unhelpful patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and then try methods that fit each person's needs. This is a collaborative process that can change as the client progresses.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available session formats when you schedule. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for your schedule and daily routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCancerCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Jungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
40+ years
Credentials
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and life changes, plus related issues like self-esteem and attachment concerns.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He combines a depth-oriented, compassionate stance with practical methods such as cognitive behavioral tools and mindfulness exercises.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
He has 40 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and interpersonal issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Kentucky LPCC, which stands for licensed professional clinical counselor, and practices in Kentucky.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the continue button on this profile, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.