- Years in practice
- 14
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- Florida
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Parenting issues
- Focus
- Depression
About John
John Stawarz, LMHC, helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, depression, career strain, or ADHD. He speaks plainly and aims to make conversations feel direct and useful. He approaches work in a warm, down-to-earth way so people can focus on clear next steps.
He has 14 years of experience as a licensed mental health counselor in Florida. That background includes helping people navigate life changes, manage anger, rebuild self-esteem, and address substance or process addictions.
Background and approach
He also supports people dealing with issues like fatherhood concerns, first responder stress, and problems tied to prejudice or discrimination. Sessions are collaborative and practical. John draws on client-centered methods to listen closely, then uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot patterns that keep problems going.
Motivational interviewing helps when someone wants to make a change but feels stuck, and solution-focused work highlights small, achievable steps. John adapts conversations to each person’s preferences. He mixes straightforward feedback with moments of humor when appropriate.
The goal is to produce realistic strategies for daily life rather than long lists of abstract goals. He offers several online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. People in Florida who want a direct, practical style that respects their pace may find his approach helpful.
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
- Parenting issues
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- ADHD
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches John lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-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.
Practical therapeutic approaches for online care
John commonly uses client-centered work to begin conversations, which means he listens closely and reflects what matters most to the person. That approach helps build trust and makes it easier to set priorities together.He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to replace them with concrete alternatives. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and patterns that affect daily functioning. Motivational interviewing is part of his toolkit when someone feels ready to change but is unsure how to start; it focuses on clarifying personal reasons for change and strengthening motivation.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. John will discuss goals, try approaches that fit a person's needs, and adjust plans as progress is made. Sessions are collaborative so the person steers the pace and focus.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is good for in-depth conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging let someone fit short updates into a busy day or keep momentum between longer sessions. These options give flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels.
Questions people ask about John
What concerns does John commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, depression, ADHD, and life transitions, plus related issues like anger, self-esteem, and career strain.
What is his general therapeutic style?
His style is warm and interactive, combining active listening with practical techniques to build small, workable changes.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 14 years of experience as a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Florida.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Florida LMHC and practices out of Florida.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered online?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on therapist availability.
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