Therapist profile
John DeCarlis, LISW, LSCSW
Ohio
LISW LSCSW - Stress and Anger support
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- CredentialsLISW, LSCSW
- LicenseLSCSW, Kansas / LSCSW 4049; LCSW-C, Maryland / 13115; LCSW, Missouri / 2010038259; LISW, Ohio / I.2304950
- NPI1710172457
- Experience26 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationOhio
About
- ACT principles
- CBT techniques
- Skill-building focus
About John
John DeCarlis is an LISW and LSCSW practicing in Ohio with 26 years of experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and family concerns, anger, sleep problems, parenting struggles, ADHD, and career or life-change issues.
He uses a direct, approachable, and interactive style in sessions. Conversations focus on skill-building and practical steps rather than labels. He encourages clients to accept what is beyond control and to commit to actions that improve daily life.
John blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioral ideas with client-centered listening and attachment-focused thinking. Hypnotherapy is also part of his toolkit. Sessions center on clear goals, concrete skills, and problem-solving that fit the person's situation.
He draws on long experience including work with veterans and people facing workplace or deployment-related stress. John emphasizes strengths people already have and points out small changes that add up. His background includes a master’s degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work and decades as a clinical social worker.
People who come to him can expect straightforward feedback, practical coping strategies, and a focus on building routines and habits that reduce reactivity. He asks about the real problems in day-to-day life and works with clients to develop plans they can use between sessions.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose values-driven actions. It is often used for anxiety, anger, and stress when learning to tolerate discomfort and act on priorities matters more than changing every thought. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and practicing new behaviors. CBT is useful for depression, panic, sleep issues, and mood regulation because it breaks problems into manageable steps.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then try methods that fit. That collaborative process means the plan can shift as progress and needs change.
Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - shorter check-ins during a workday, avoiding travel time, or choosing sessions that do not require video when needed. The focus remains practical: learning skills, rehearsing responses, and using between-session assignments to reduce reactivity and improve everyday functioning.
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Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Kansas, Maryland, Missouri, Ohio
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, anger, relationship and family issues, sleep problems, parenting, ADHD, career changes, and related concerns.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is direct, approachable, and interactive. Sessions emphasize practical skill-building and clear steps rather than labels.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 26 years of clinical experience and has practiced as a clinical social worker for more than two decades.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds LISW and LSCSW credentials and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What should I expect about session formats?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered for appointments.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through that process.
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