PA Psychologist PS018537, CA Psychologist 32305 professional credentials
English languages
40 years experience
California licensed
English sessions
About John
John Shustitzky is a licensed psychologist practicing in California with 40 years of experience. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with relationship strain, low self esteem, stress, anxiety, career questions, and major life changes. He aims to make the first step toward change less daunting by offering steady, practical support.
He keeps sessions simple and direct. He creates a space where people can speak openly about feelings and worries without judgment. Conversations focus on what is getting in the way day to day and on small, concrete steps forward.
John has long experience helping people manage grief, addiction concerns, parenting pressures, and intimacy-related issues. He also addresses workplace stress, midlife questions, and struggles with isolation or life purpose. His broad background means he can pull from many approaches to fit each person’s situation.
Sessions combine listening with practical strategies for coping and communication. He helps clients build skills to handle pressure, improve relationships, and regain confidence. Progress is paced to each person’s needs and goals.
John holds the credential PA Psychologist PS018537 and CA Psychologist 32305. He practices in California and conducts work in English. To begin, prospective clients use the continue button on this profile and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.
How evidence-based approaches fit into online therapy
John draws on well-established, evidence-based therapeutic techniques that aim to change unhelpful patterns and build practical skills. One common approach focuses on identifying and shifting thought patterns that undermine self esteem and fuel anxiety; it teaches people to notice automatic thoughts and test them against real-life evidence. Another approach emphasizes behavioral strategies - small, manageable actions that reduce stress, improve mood, and rebuild confidence through repeated practice.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques match their goals and what feels doable. That choice is reviewed and adjusted as progress is made.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make fitting therapy into a busy day easier and allow sessions to happen without travel. It can also allow shorter check-ins when a quick touchpoint helps, or reduce the need to be on camera if that feels better for someone. Licensed professionals, including this therapist, can help tailor the format and approach to fit everyday life and the practical needs of the person seeking support.