- 25 years experience
- LMFT in California
- Emphasis on sleep
About John
John Johnson is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 25 years of experience. He brings a grounded, approachable presence to sessions and emphasizes listening first. He describes himself as someone who has lived through hard things and uses that perspective to relate to others.
Many years of life and work inform his approach. He draws on client-centered work to focus on each person's needs. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to identify patterns that get in the way of better sleep, mood, and daily functioning.
John also uses mindfulness and narrative approaches to help people notice body sensations, storylines, and habits that keep them stuck. He speaks plainly about how the body and the mind interact, particularly around trauma, stress, and sleep problems. He values practical steps alongside reflection so clients can see small changes week to week.
His background includes time as a teacher, a dog trainer, a professional dancer, and work in Playback Theater where he practiced reflecting people's stories back to them. He has also worked with business owners and family businesses in coaching roles.
John lives in California and welcomes conversations in English. He aims to provide a steady, compassionate ear and to help people move toward goals like better sleep, clearer relationships, and reduced anxiety.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful space where the therapist listens and follows the client's lead. It helps people clarify what matters most and set goals that feel doable. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, behaviors, and feelings and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns like those that disrupt sleep or increase anxiety.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, needs, and preferences and then suggest approaches to try. That process is collaborative and may shift as progress is made.
Confirm the available session formats before booking so you know how meetings will take place. Online appointments can help fit therapy into a busy life by saving travel time, making shorter check-ins easier to schedule, or allowing workday breaks to be used for sessions. Licensed professionals can use these formats to provide consistent weekly work on sleep, stress, relationships, and coping with life changes.
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, sleep and eating issues, grief, trauma, and related challenges like caregiver stress and chronic illness.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a warm, listening-first approach that blends client-centered work, cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness, and narrative ideas to address patterns and practical steps.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has 25 years of experience and a broad background that includes teaching, performance, coaching business owners, and work in Playback Theater.
What credentials and region are associated with this therapist?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, CA LMFT, based in California.
Which languages are used in sessions and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered for meetings.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.