John Swearengin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Arizona with 40 years of experience. He focuses on practical help for people dealing with addictions, trauma, motivation, and self esteem. He works to create a respectful and compassionate space where clients can start making changes at their own pace.
John adapts the conversation and the plan to each person's needs. Sessions center on clear goals and step-by-step strategies rather than abstract theory. He uses approaches that help people notice patterns, build new skills, and strengthen confidence in everyday life.
He often helps people facing career questions, stress, anxiety, grief, and sleep or eating difficulties. Concerns related to relationships, intimacy, parenting, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue are also part of his practice. He addresses specific issues such as abandonment, attachment problems, body image, and substance use with focused attention.
Therapy with him is collaborative. He listens first, then offers techniques drawn from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral methods, mindfulness, dialectical ideas, and motivational interviewing. The aim is to create realistic, manageable steps toward better coping and clearer choices.
People looking to begin can expect straightforward communication and practical tools. John supports people through life transitions and difficult feelings while helping them find ways to strengthen self worth and daily functioning.
How these approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's experience. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects what matters, and helps set goals that feel relevant and doable. This approach is useful for building trust and talking through self esteem and relationship concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It breaks problems into concrete patterns and teaches practical skills for changing unhelpful habits. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and managing difficult behaviors tied to addiction.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, adds skills for managing intense emotions and improving communication. It includes techniques for tolerating distress and for balancing change with acceptance, which can help with relationship and impulse-related challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That plan can change as progress is made and new issues come up.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example it can save travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a break, or reduce the need to be on camera. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for your routine and needs.
He helps people with addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career struggles, stress, anxiety, grief, and related concerns such as sleep and eating issues.
How does he approach therapy?
He uses a practical, collaborative style that tailors conversation and plans to each person. Techniques come from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral methods, mindfulness, DBT ideas, and motivational interviewing.
What is his professional background?
He has 40 years of professional experience working in counseling and related settings, focusing on helping people make tangible changes and build coping skills.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He is licensed in Arizona and holds the LPC credential, listed as an Arizona LPC.
In what languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time and works with clients located where his Arizona licensure applies.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin therapy?
Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
