John Doleski, LCSW-C

John Doleski is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland with 11 years of experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, depression, anger, relationship issues, grief, and related struggles. He also supports clients facing ADHD, bipolar concerns, eating and sleeping difficulties, and career or self-esteem challenges.

Before his current work he spent nine years supporting active duty service members from all branches and their families. That work covered family advocacy, substance abuse, and psychotherapy. He has experience with occupational stress, divorce, family conflict, domestic violence, and child welfare matters.

In sessions he focuses on practical, evidence-based techniques. He uses clear, structured methods to address thoughts, behaviors, and traumatic memories. The approach is direct and problem-focused, with steps a person can practice between meetings.

Clients can expect work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and shift responses. He also uses Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing for processing traumatic memories, Interpersonal Therapy for relationship patterns, and Problem Solving Therapy for concrete life challenges.

He describes his style as straightforward and honest, without judgment. He invites people who are frustrated with recurring anger, stress that leaks into relationships, or unresolved trauma to explore practical ways to manage daily reactions and cope with life changes.

Approaches used and how online sessions fit into treatment