- Warm collaborative style
- Practical goal setting
- Focus on strengths
About John
John Swan is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida with 10 years of experience. He focuses on practical support for stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, addictions, career concerns, and LGBT-related issues. He approaches therapy as a collaborative process and aims to help people build confidence and find clearer direction.
He starts by listening to each person's story and identifying strengths they can use right away. Sessions tend to focus on small, manageable steps that lead to noticeable change. He helps clients set specific goals and track progress over time.
John uses straightforward methods drawn from client-centered work and cognitive behavioral ideas. That means he helps people notice unhelpful thinking, test different behaviors, and practice new skills between sessions. He also draws on motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to boost commitment and to find practical solutions when people feel stuck.
People often come for help with relationship strain, parenting pressures, grief after loss, career uncertainty, or feeling overwhelmed by daily stress. He also supports those facing trauma, compassion fatigue, ADHD-related struggles, and identity concerns such as gender dysphoria.
His style is warm and goal-oriented. He encourages curiosity about old patterns and offers concrete tools to try. If someone wants a clearer plan for work, relationships, or mood, he works step by step with them to get there.
He starts by listening to each person's story and identifying strengths they can use right away. Sessions tend to focus on small, manageable steps that lead to noticeable change. He helps clients set specific goals and track progress over time.
John uses straightforward methods drawn from client-centered work and cognitive behavioral ideas. That means he helps people notice unhelpful thinking, test different behaviors, and practice new skills between sessions. He also draws on motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to boost commitment and to find practical solutions when people feel stuck.
People often come for help with relationship strain, parenting pressures, grief after loss, career uncertainty, or feeling overwhelmed by daily stress. He also supports those facing trauma, compassion fatigue, ADHD-related struggles, and identity concerns such as gender dysphoria.
His style is warm and goal-oriented. He encourages curiosity about old patterns and offers concrete tools to try. If someone wants a clearer plan for work, relationships, or mood, he works step by step with them to get there.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
How his approach translates to online work
John draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide online sessions. Client-centered work focuses on listening, empathy, and helping people make sense of their own goals; it suits anyone wanting support to make clearer choices. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes, which can be practiced between sessions to reduce anxiety and improve mood.Finding the best fit is a collaborative process. He will talk with each person about their needs and preferences and then choose techniques that match those goals. That might mean combining listening, problem-solving, and skill practice so the plan feels practical and realistic.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time and allowing check-ins during a work break or between errands. Some approaches also lend themselves to shorter skill-focused meetings or to homework-style work between appointments, which can help keep progress moving even during a hectic week.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
John works with anxiety, stress, depression, grief, addictions, self-esteem, career questions, LGBT-related concerns, trauma, and related issues.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a client-centered, goal-focused approach that emphasizes listening and collaboration. Sessions aim to identify strengths and create small, practical steps forward.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 10 years of professional experience as a clinician in mental health work.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, practicing in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.