John Johnson, LMFT

John Johnson is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 25 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on issues including stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, addictions, and anger. Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

He describes a practical, body-aware approach to therapy. He draws on Client-Centered Therapy to focus on what each person brings into the room. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns of thought and behavior that fuel stress and anger. Mindfulness practices are woven in to help with noticing bodily responses and calming reactivity.

John often references life experience and personal history when relating to clients. He grew up in a difficult family environment and has used many forms of therapy himself. That background shapes how he listens and how he talks about trauma, control issues, and grief.

He has a varied professional past that includes teaching, performance work, coaching, and business ownership. Those roles inform how he helps people with career issues, communication problems, and midlife transitions. He also has experience supporting people through chronic illness, caregiver stress, and end-of-life concerns.

In practical terms he aims to be direct and down-to-earth. Expect clear conversations about patterns, straightforward tools to practice between sessions, and steps to manage anger and rebuild strained relationships. He invites clients to test what works and adjust as needed.

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