- Years in practice
- 10
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- Florida
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- LGBT
- Focus
- Grief
About John
John Swan is a Florida licensed mental health counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and challenges related to LGBT issues. He draws on a decade of clinical experience to guide practical steps forward. John approaches work with a calm, nonjudgmental presence and believes clients know their stories best.
He focuses on understanding each person’s strengths and building on them. Sessions often include setting small, concrete goals and trying strategies between meetings.
Background and approach
John uses straightforward language and keeps conversations focused on what matters most to the client. His background includes ten years of direct practice in Florida as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC. That experience covers a wide range of concerns from depression and addiction to parenting stress and caregiver strain.
He also works with people facing trauma, relationship difficulties, and career crossroads. John blends several practical approaches to match a client’s needs. He uses client-centered listening to clarify what matters most, cognitive behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and motivational interviewing to strengthen commitment to change.
Narrative and solution-focused tools help people reframe their stories and find immediate, achievable steps. People who reach out can expect a collaborative, goal-oriented process. John aims to make each session useful and doable between appointments.
He supports efforts to find greater balance, confidence, and day-to-day coping skills.
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
- LGBT
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches John lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- 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 approaches for online parenting support
John blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral tools to help people clarify what matters and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Client-centered work focuses on understanding the client’s perspective and strengths to build a plan together. Cognitive behavioral techniques break problems into clear pieces and provide exercises to try between sessions.He also draws on motivational interviewing to strengthen a client’s own reasons for change and to boost momentum. That approach helps when someone feels stuck or unsure about next steps. All of these methods are used collaboratively so the therapist and client can decide what feels most useful for the situation.
Online sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different needs. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and shared materials. Phone sessions can fit a short break or require less bandwidth. Live chat and messaging work for quick check-ins, brief coaching, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while trying approaches that suit each person.
Questions people ask about John
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, addictions, parenting issues, LGBT-related concerns, and other life stressors.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Sessions are collaborative and straightforward, using listening, goal setting, and practical techniques to address day-to-day problems.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 10 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns in Florida.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, practicing in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist scheduling; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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