- Years in practice
- 11
- Credentials
- MD, LCSW-C
- Licensed in
- Maryland
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
About John
John Doleski is a licensed clinical social worker with an MD and LCSW-C credential. He has 11 years of experience and practices in Maryland. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, trauma, parenting concerns, and related life challenges.
He draws on practical, evidence-informed methods in sessions. Conversations are direct and down-to-earth. He aims to make the room a kind, nonjudgmental place to talk and figure out next steps.
Background and approach
His background includes nearly a decade working with active duty service members from all branches and with their families on issues like substance misuse, occupational stress, and family advocacy. That work involved supporting people through divorce, child welfare involvement, domestic violence, and complex trauma.
In practice he uses several structured approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy to address anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms. He also uses Interpersonal Therapy and Problem Solving Therapy to improve day-to-day functioning and relationships. Sessions aim to be collaborative and goal-focused.
Practical tools and steps are offered so people can try new approaches between meetings. He welcomes questions and works with each person to shape a plan that fits their situation.
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
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
How his approaches work online
John uses evidence-based techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thoughts and improving daily functioning. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify and shift patterns of thinking and behavior that worsen anxiety or depression. It teaches practical skills you can practice between sessions.Cognitive Processing Therapy is used when trauma symptoms are present. It helps people safely process distressing memories and make sense of how those events affect current beliefs and behavior. Interpersonal Therapy targets relationship patterns and life transitions to reduce symptoms and improve communication.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That plan can be adjusted over time if something isn’t working.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and circumstances. Video allows more face-to-face interaction. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or messaging can suit brief check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to continue care when in-person visits aren’t practical.
Questions people ask about John
What concerns does he address?
He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting, depression, and relationship and family issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Sessions are straightforward and kind. He aims for honest, nonjudgmental conversation and practical steps you can try between meetings.
What relevant experience does he bring?
He has 11 years of clinical experience and spent about nine years working with active duty service members and their families on substance misuse, family advocacy, and psychotherapy.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds an MD and is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) practicing in Maryland.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does he offer?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model 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 sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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