- Grace and acceptance
- Practical strategies
- Long experience
About Johnnie
He describes his core style as grace and acceptance. He aims to offer kindness and a nonjudgmental space for people who feel stuck or overwhelmed. He combines interpersonal care with practical strategies to help people move forward.
John works with many common struggles like stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, and relationship concerns. He also addresses issues such as ADHD, coping with life changes, jealousy, infidelity, hoarding, and end-of-life concerns. His work includes both short-term problem solving and longer conversations about meaning and purpose.
His clinical approach draws from Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered methods, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Existential ideas. He mixes these approaches rather than relying on a single technique, and adapts to each persons situation and goals.
People who reach out can expect a steady, experienced clinician who values listening first. John aims to help people find hope and practical steps forward, even when things feel overwhelming.
Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and current relationships shape feelings and reactions. It helps when trust, closeness, or intense emotions cause ongoing stress in relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on practical steps to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is used for problems like anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean blending attachment ideas with cognitive-behavioral tools or using emotionally focused conversations depending on what is most useful.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. Confirm the current session options before booking to know which formats are available. Many people find remote sessions help reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a break, or let them meet from different locations when schedules change. Licensed professionals can still use these approaches effectively in conversations and exercises adapted for distance work.
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Experience
45+ years
Credentials
Indiana, Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does John commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, addictions, and related problems such as ADHD, anger, and self-esteem concerns.
What is his general therapy style like?
He emphasizes grace and acceptance, listens patiently, and combines interpersonal care with practical techniques to help clients make changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has 45 years of experience working in clinical roles, hospital settings, and independent practice across multiple states.
Which licenses or credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Florida Psychologist (PY10787) and an Indiana Psychologist (20042036A) and is based in Indiana.
Are sessions offered in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.