Therapist profile
John Bates, LPC
South Carolina
Licensed Professional Counselor - Anger and Anxiety
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, South Carolina / 8946
- NPI1194471052
- Experience4 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationSouth Carolina
About
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Stress and workplace issues
About John
John Bates is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina with four years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and career concerns, and works with related issues such as communication problems, guilt and shame, and workplace stress.
He takes a straightforward approach that treats the client as the expert of their own life. Sessions involve clear steps and practical conversation. He helps people notice patterns, test new ways of responding, and build habits that reduce tension and reactivity.
John uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that fuel anger and anxiety. He also draws on Narrative Therapy to help people reframe the stories they tell about themselves and others. These methods are presented in simple, concrete terms during sessions.
Clients can expect goal-focused work that looks at what actually happens in daily life. He helps people practice different reactions, manage urges, and make choices that fit their priorities. The emphasis is on doing things that lead to clearer relationships and steadier work performance.
John also supports concerns around abandonment, body image, caregiver stress, control issues, forgiveness, isolation, life purpose, men’s issues, panic attacks, self-love, and social anxiety. He offers services in English and accepts international clients. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
How CBT and Narrative approaches work in online sessions
John uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice the thoughts and behaviors that escalate anger and anxiety. CBT sessions often include simple exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and to practice calmer responses in everyday situations.Narrative Therapy is used to look at the stories people tell about themselves and others. Reframing those stories can reduce shame, blame, and the rigid expectations that feed resentment and repeated conflict.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan together so methods fit what matters most to the client. That collaborative process helps identify whether CBT, Narrative Therapy, or a mix is most useful for an individual concern.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting counseling into a busy schedule and keeping progress moving without long travel. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know whether video, phone, or another format is offered. Online sessions can make it easier to check in after a difficult day, practice new responses between work shifts, or maintain continuity while traveling.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What specific issues does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and career concerns, plus linked problems like communication, guilt, and workplace stress.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses clear, practical work with step-by-step conversations that focus on real-life patterns and small changes.
How much experience does he have?
John has four years of professional experience as an LPC in South Carolina.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in South Carolina and practices from that state.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm timing and logistics during the intake process.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.