- Years in practice
- 6
- Credentials
- MD, LCSW-C, LCSW
- Licensed in
- Virginia, Maryland
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
- Focus
- Anger management
About John
John Daughtrey, MD, LCSW-C, LCSW brings a practical, down-to-earth approach to therapy. He focuses on helping people cope with stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and parenting challenges. Sessions aim to be straightforward and useful, with steps people can try between meetings.
He blends talk-based work with body-oriented methods to address stuck memories and strong emotions. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is a central part of his work and is used to help process traumatic memories and reduce their hold on daily life.
Background and approach
Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy techniques are mixed in to build present-moment skills and values-based action. John has six years of clinical experience and draws on both medical and social work training. He often helps people facing anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship strain, and supports those navigating identity and life-purpose questions.
Parenting concerns are a frequent focus for people who want practical strategies and clearer communication. Sessions may include guided exercises, brief practices to use between meetings, and paced processing of difficult memories when appropriate. He uses simple language and clear steps so people leave with something to try right away.
The goal is steady progress, not quick fixes. John practices from Maryland and conducts sessions in English. He offers multiple online formats to fit different lifestyles and schedules.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session based on 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
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches John lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Structured approaches for online healing and growth
John commonly uses EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness-based work. EMDR focuses on helping the brain process and reduce the intensity of painful memories through guided bilateral stimulation and structured processing; it can be helpful for trauma, PTSD, and deeply held shame or guilt. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, teaches practical ways to notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, and to take actions that match personal values when life feels overwhelming. Mindfulness therapy emphasizes simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and build steady coping skills for anxiety, stress, and everyday challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose which methods fit their needs and comfort level. That means trying techniques, checking how they land, and adjusting the plan based on goals and progress rather than insisting on one route from the start.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different routines. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction and guided practices, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or messaging supports brief check-ins and ongoing coaching between meetings. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, childcare, or busy days while keeping therapeutic continuity.
Questions people ask about John
What concerns does John commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting, and related concerns such as ADHD and workplace problems.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a blend of EMDR, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-informed work, and client-centered techniques to provide practical skills and memory processing when needed.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns and combines medical and social work perspectives in his practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
Credentials shown are MD, LCSW-C, and LCSW, and he practices in Maryland.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.
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