- Empathy focused
- Goal oriented
- Practical steps
About John
John Stawarz is a Florida licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 14 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, parenting struggles, ADHD, and major life changes. He offers a respectful, down-to-earth way of talking that aims to make difficult conversations easier to start.
He keeps sessions interactive and practical. He listens first, and then helps set clear, manageable goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) features in his work to spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. Client-Centered Therapy informs his emphasis on empathy and responding to each person's values.
Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy are used to build momentum and focus on immediate steps forward. That combination can help with issues like substance use, career choices, isolation, and coping after a disaster. He tailors conversations and plans to what each person says they need.
John aims to create a nonjudgmental space and avoids stigmatizing labels. He mixes a light touch and clear structure so sessions feel both supportive and goal oriented. He helps people who feel stuck find practical next steps and a clearer sense of direction.
To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. Scheduling is arranged based on the therapist's availability and the site's process for booking.
How his approaches shape online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following what the client says matters most. It helps people who need a respectful, understanding space to sort out feelings and priorities.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and habits someone wants to change by trying concrete tools and experiments between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences and then recommend methods that match those needs. This is a collaborative process and plans can change as progress is made.
Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and offering more flexible scheduling. Before booking, confirm which session formats are currently offered through the site. Many people appreciate being able to schedule shorter check-ins, arrange sessions around work, or choose options that reduce the time commitment required to attend therapy.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does John commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, ADHD, and coping with life changes, among other issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is warm and interactive, combining empathy with goal-focused methods to help people set and reach practical steps.
What is his professional background?
He has 14 years of experience as a mental health counselor working with a wide range of concerns, including addiction, career issues, and recovery after difficult events.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor, listed as LMHC, and practices in Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.