- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting and fatherhood
- CBT and solution-focused
About John
John Stawarz is a Florida LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) with 14 years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, depression, ADHD, career questions, and coping with major life changes. He also addresses anger, self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.
He aims for direct, practical conversations. Sessions focus on clear goals and small steps people can use between meetings. He uses a mix of client-centered listening and evidence-based tools to help people make change.
John draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors. He also uses motivational interviewing to clarify what matters and to build momentum for change. Solution-focused methods keep conversations oriented toward concrete next steps.
Clients often bring work stress, shifts after major life events, parenting strain, or questions about identity and life direction. He helps people untangle specific problems such as commitment or communication issues, addiction concerns, and feelings of isolation.
Sessions are straightforward and conversational. John prefers collaborative planning so people leave with practical tasks and clearer choices. He works with adults in Florida and conducts sessions in English. Confirm current session formats before booking to be sure they meet your needs.
Approaches used and how online sessions work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful therapeutic relationship. It helps people feel heard and clarifies what they want to change or understand about themselves. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. It involves trying small behavioral experiments and learning practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, or change unhelpful patterns. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative way of talking that helps people find their own reasons to change. It is useful when someone feels stuck or unsure about next steps. Finding the right approach is part of the work. John will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they decide which methods to use and adjust the plan over time. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around study, work, or parenting by removing travel time and allowing meetings from different locations. Phone or lower-bandwidth options can be a quicker check-in when time is limited, while longer video sessions suit more in-depth conversations. Licensed professionals can adapt pacing and technique to fit busy schedules without promising a particular service.Areas of expertise
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, parenting strain, career questions, and life changes. Additional focuses include substance and process addiction, relationship problems, and issues around identity and purpose.
What is his approach in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented. He blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies.
How much experience does he have?
He has 14 years of clinical experience working as a mental health counselor in a range of settings.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Florida LMHC, which means Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. He practices in Florida and lists that location for services.
Can he work with non-English speakers or international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions will be held.
How do fees and subscription work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the location information you provide.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.
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