Licensed to practice in 2 states. Specializes in Anger Management, Child or Adolescent, Couples Counseling and 10 more.
(he/him)
I understand the apprehension in seeking therapy and counseling. I also understand the importance of obtaining therapy in a safe and non-judgmental environment. There are times when we all face a need to seek counsel and professional therapy with someone who is able to relate to your struggles. My clients are provided a safe and understanding environment; an environment where we are able to focus on "solutions".
First session is simply a "getting to know you" period. I do a simple assessment and answer any questions from the client as to my plan on what to expect going forward.
Person Centered, ability to empathize with client's. Patience and knowledge working with children, adolescents and teens. Understanding trauma from both the client and therapist perspective.
I specialize working with children, adolescents and teens teaching self-management skills. Emphasis in anger management, social skills and self-confidence. I also am trained in Emotion Focused Couples Therapy which I utilize in working with couples going through interpersonal distress. We work on developing an awareness of emotions both for yourself and your partner.
Anger Management
Child or Adolescent
Couples Counseling
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Family Therapy
First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Christian
Man
Adults (18 to 64)
Children (6 to 12)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
California
Nevada
I use CBT to focus on the negative distortions, which I call "Stinkin Thinkin". Teaching clients to value their strengths and abilities and challenge the negative beliefs and replace with positive cognitions.
Trained in Emotion Focused Couples Therapy, which I utilize in couples counseling. However use EFT to teach clients and young people how to process their emotions and feelings.
Trained in EMDR which I use to treat incidents of trauma, from childhood to adulthood. Trauma inclusive of emotional abuse, physical abuse and/or sexual abuse. EMDR focus on changing the negative belief that trauma imposes on the individual and reprocess the trauma memories and develop positive individual beliefs about self.
Works with clients on developing goals for improving their quality of life, focus on motivation for decreasing addictive behaviors and using their motivation to improve their negative behaviors and or beliefs.
Uses this method to focus on the individual, using affirmations and validations to teach client's how to affirm themselves and change their outlook on their life experiences and future.
4 ratings with written reviews
August 6, 2026
I feel John was authentic to where I’m comfortable sharing my life’s traumatic experiences. I felt that we can read books and study to become someone but our life is really the book that matters at least in my field. Being a SUD Counselor I did it because I know broken people,,,,, I’ve been there so my clients know I’m real with them. I’m genuinely concerned
July 15, 2026
John was very attentive to my communication and not only did he listen but I feel that he heard the words I conveyed along with all that is currently on my plate. He also provided me with great feedback and suggestions.
July 13, 2026
John is very easy to talk to and I strongly feel he has the knowledge to really help me:)