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John M. O'Brien

LPCC, 3 years of experience

Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic
Virtual
Next available on

About me

Hey There, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Ohio. I received a Masters degree in clinical mental health counseling from Ohio University. I also received my undergraduate in elementary education and taught school for 7 years before becoming a therapist. I help kids, adults and couples struggling with a wide range of challenges. I specially in EMDR therapy and many other types of evidence based therapies. My hobbies are hunting, fishing, golf, camping, kayaking and anything outdoors.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I use a person-centered approach. This approach allows the client process needs and not feel judged. I also listen and validate the client throughout the whole process. With a background in education and mental health I explain and educate the client so they can have a great understanding of what is actually happening and how to improve their lives. I enjoy setting up an atmosphere where feel comfortable and at the same time are being challenged to take the steps necessary to experience more well-being.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work well with clients with ADHD, anxiety, relationship problems and trauma. I enjoy working with men and women of all ages.

Specialties

Top specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Depression

Other specialties

Anger Management
Autism
Bipolar Disorder
Child or Adolescent
Coping Skills
Dissociative Disorders
Grief
Men's Issues
Trauma and PTSD

I identify as

Christian
Man
White

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Teenagers (13 to 17)

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I use this therapy primarily when potential thinking patterns are causing problems for clients. This therapy is widely used for anxiety, OCD, and ADHD.

EMDR

This is an exciting therapy that has worked well with clients presenting with trauma symptoms and anxiety.

Christian Counseling

I have used Christian Counseling for years and enjoy helping people link their faith with wholeness and healing.

Location

Offers in-person in 252 3rd Avenue, Gallipolis, OH 45631Virtual

Licensed in

Ohio

Accepts

Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - WebTPA
All Savers
AvMed
Cash - $80 per session
Cigna
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
, 55 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

March 7, 2025

John is very easy to talk to, empathetic and provides different ways to think about things. I look forward to my sessions with John and always feel as if I've gained new perspectives.

Verified client, age 55-64

Review shared after session 5 with John