John Caruso, MD, LCSW-C, LCSW
Seasoned clinician focused on practical coping strategies
Book with John- Years in practice
- 20
- Credentials
- MD, LCSW-C, LCSW
- Licensed in
- Maryland, Pennsylvania
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
- Focus
- Grief
About John
John Caruso is a licensed clinician in Maryland with 20 years of experience helping people through major life changes and emotional strain. He holds an MD and two social work credentials - LCSW-C and LCSW - and brings a practical, steady style to sessions. Parents and individuals looking for clear strategies often seek his guidance around stress, mood, and coping with transitions.
He uses straightforward methods to address anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on what people can do next, not only what happened. He works with concerns such as addiction, anger, relationship strain, and self-esteem challenges in ways that aim to restore day-to-day functioning. Caruso’s background as a former firefighter informs his work with post-traumatic stress, first responder challenges, traumatic brain injury, and veterans.
That history shapes a calm, action-oriented approach for people who have faced intense stress. He also supports those dealing with divorce, fatherhood issues, hospice and end-of-life questions, and career-related stress. In sessions he blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to create short-term goals and practical tools.
Together with clients he identifies small changes that can reduce distress and build resilience. His practice emphasizes learning skills people can use between sessions. Appointments are offered through video calls, phone, live chat, or text messaging to fit varied schedules.
International clients may be seen in English. To begin, users complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule based on therapist availability.
What John works with
Everything John lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else John helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- Coaching
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Traumatic brain injury
Approaches John lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How CBT and Solution-Focused Work Online
John Caruso draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and replace them with more effective behaviors. CBT sessions often include short exercises and homework so people can practice new skills between meetings and see steady progress.He also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to pinpoint immediate goals and build on what is already working. That approach favors brief, targeted conversations that lead to small, achievable changes for dealing with stress, parenting challenges, or grief.
Deciding which approach to use is a team process. The therapist will discuss needs, goals, and preferences during early sessions and adjust methods as progress is made. Clients collaborate on goals and try techniques that fit their daily life.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different routines. Video lets people work face-to-face when possible. Phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or text messaging allow brief check-ins or ongoing support without a formal meeting time. These formats offer flexibility for parents, shift workers, and people managing busy schedules.
Questions people ask about John
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, and relationship or family concerns, among other issues listed in his specialties.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to set practical goals and teach skills people can use between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 20 years of experience working with people facing trauma, mood disorders, life transitions, and first responder issues.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He practices in Maryland and holds an MD, LCSW-C, and LCSW as stated in his profile.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Appointments can be by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.
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