- Evidence-based techniques
- Plain spoken guidance
- Focus on skills
About John
John Doleski is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, sleep problems, and mood struggles. He has 11 years of experience and focuses on practical ways to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. John speaks plain language and aims to make therapy feel approachable and straightforward.
He has spent much of his career supporting active duty service members and their loved ones in areas such as substance use, occupational stress, parenting strain, and trauma. That work shaped a direct style that balances respect with clear guidance. Sessions typically include goal setting, skills practice, and real-world homework to test what helps between meetings.
John uses well-known, evidence-based techniques that are adapted to each person’s needs. He draws on methods that target thoughts, emotions, and behavior to address issues like depression, anxiety, sleep disruption, and anger. The focus is on improving daily routines and coping tools rather than quick fixes.
He describes his approach as kind, honest, and nonjudgmental. People can expect straightforward feedback and collaborative planning during sessions. John encourages questions and works at a pace that feels manageable.
To begin, visitors are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on clinician availability. The service uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and session cost varies with location and therapist scheduling.
Approaches used in online care and how they help
John uses several evidence-based therapeutic techniques that translate well to remote sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety, depression, and sleep disruption. Cognitive Processing Therapy helps people address and reframe upsetting memories and beliefs that follow trauma, which can reduce distress and improve daily functioning.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
If you plan to use online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since specific formats were not listed in the biography. Many people find remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Online work can also support consistent follow-through on homework and behavioral experiments because sessions happen from wherever the client is able to meet. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, sleep strategies, and skills practice to work in an online setting.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, parenting pressures, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, eating and sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem, career challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is direct and practical. Sessions focus on clear goals, skills practice, and steps clients can try between meetings.
What experience does he bring?
He has 11 years of professional experience and has worked extensively with active duty service members and their families on substance use, trauma, and family concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds an LCSW-C in Maryland and provides services while based in that state.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist scheduling; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started if I want to work together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.