Therapist profile
John McCafferty, LPCC
New Mexico
LPCC counselor - Relationships and Anger
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- CredentialsLPCC
- LicenseLPCC, New Mexico / CCMH005995
- NPI1043309404
- Experience39 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationNew Mexico
About
- CBT strategies
- Gottman approach
- Mindfulness tools
About John
John McCafferty is an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in New Mexico with 39 years of experience in relationship coaching and 24 years of clinical practice. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, depression, and relationship difficulties, including anger and communication problems. He guides people through life changes and commitment questions in straightforward, practical sessions.
John works from a client-centered stance, encouraging honest conversation about what is happening now. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thought patterns and offers simple exercises to change reactions. When relationship issues are central he draws on elements of the Gottman Method to look at interaction patterns and small changes that reduce conflict.
Mindfulness strategies are part of his toolkit for stress and anger so people can pause and respond rather than react. He also supports people facing aging and geriatric issues, divorce and separation, infidelity, questions about life purpose, and men's issues. Coaching skills are available for those who want practical steps and accountability.
Sessions focus on clear goals and usable skills. John encourages straightforward feedback and adjustments so the work stays relevant. He asks clients to be active participants and practices exercises between meetings when helpful.
People can expect a calm, direct approach that emphasizes workable tools over jargon. To begin, he asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site's online options.
How sessions work
How John blends approaches for online sessions
John uses client-centered therapy to keep sessions focused on the person's priorities. That approach means listening first, clarifying what matters most, and shaping sessions around those goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, adds clear tools to that work by identifying thought patterns and testing small behavioral changes to reduce stress and anger.These methods are used together so clients learn both to notice patterns and to practice alternatives. The therapist will help figure out which approach fits best based on the client's needs, goals, and preferences. That choice happens collaboratively and can be adjusted as progress is assessed.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current online session options before booking. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit around work and family schedules, allow for shorter check-in meetings, or remove travel time. Talk with the therapist about the practical setup you prefer so sessions can be arranged to fit daily life.
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Experience
39+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practices a client-centered approach with practical techniques from CBT and mindfulness, and uses Gottman-informed work for relationship interaction patterns.
How long has he been practicing?
He brings 39 years of relationship coaching experience and 24 years of clinical work to his practice.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor licensed in New Mexico.
Can I have sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept clients from other countries?
He accepts international clients; confirm any regional or legal considerations before scheduling.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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