- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Family and parenting
About John
John Goddard is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania with 15 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, family and parenting concerns, and self-esteem issues. John also supports people facing blended family challenges, chronic illness or pain, and struggles with life purpose.
He focuses on practical conversations that help people manage day-to-day pressure. Sessions use straightforward talk and goal-focused steps. John pays attention to how family history, relationships, and substance use affect current choices.
John draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to reduce symptoms and build clearer coping skills. He talks through patterns that keep people stuck and tries simple ways to change them. People can expect a mix of discussion, problem-solving, and homework when helpful.
He has worked across settings that involved addiction and first responder issues, so he is used to complex cases where more than one problem is present. John also addresses fatherhood concerns and family-of-origin patterns that influence current relationships.
Sessions are conversational and focused on steps a person can use between meetings. He asks direct questions to clarify what matters most. The aim is to help someone feel more able to manage stress, make decisions, and move toward clearer goals.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
John uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful patterns and building practical coping skills. One approach helps identify and reframe thoughts that increase anxiety or self-criticism, then practices alternative ways of thinking and behaving to reduce distress. This approach is useful for stress, low self-esteem, and anxiety.Another approach concentrates on problem-solving and behavioral changes for addictions and daily functioning. It breaks larger goals into specific steps and tracks progress, which can help with substance use, motivation, and managing overlapping issues.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. Plans are adjusted over time based on what is working and what is not.
The original profile does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can help fit therapy into a busy schedule, make shorter check-ins possible, and remove travel time so sessions are easier to attend around school or work. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to continue focused, goal-oriented work that complements in-person care when needed.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, family and parenting concerns, and self-esteem issues. Additional focuses include blended family challenges, chronic illness or pain, and life purpose.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Sessions are practical and conversational, using evidence-based techniques to clarify problems and develop coping skills. Expect goal-focused talk and occasional between-session work.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of professional experience working with issues such as addiction, family conflict, and stress management.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing in Pennsylvania.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment or cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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