- CBT focused
- Christian counseling when wanted
- Strengths based approach
About John
John Dlugosz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 21 years of clinical experience. He practices in Nevada and works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and depression. He also lists a focused interest in areas such as communication problems, guilt and shame, addiction issues, infidelity, and questions about life purpose.
John listens first and asks clear, open questions to understand what a person is facing. He places attention on building a working relationship and helping people identify practical next steps. Sessions tend to focus on what is happening now and what small changes could reduce distress.
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a primary tool. That means looking at how thoughts, actions, and routines interact, and practicing concrete skills like thought recording, activity scheduling, and relaxation techniques. He also integrates positive psychology ideas, goal setting, and behavioral activation to support change.
John describes Christian counseling as part of how he works when faith matters to the client. In that approach he combines evidence-based practices with discussion of Biblical perspectives when a person wants that included.
He emphasizes identifying strengths, tracing root causes of problems, and building a practical self-care routine. He encourages journaling and guided discovery to test new ways of thinking and behaving. The tone in sessions is direct and focused on steps people can try between meetings.
International clients may be accepted and sessions are conducted in English. Prospective clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session.
Therapeutic techniques and remote sessions
John commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying thought patterns and testing small behavioral changes. CBT helps with anxiety, depression, trauma reactions, and problems that involve repeated unhelpful thinking. He also draws on positive psychology methods that build strengths and practical routines, such as activity scheduling and goal setting, to support mood and motivation.When faith is important to a client, he can incorporate Christian counseling elements alongside evidence-based techniques, discussing how personal beliefs interact with mental health choices. Choosing the right mix of methods is a collaborative process; the therapist will work with the client to decide which approaches feel most useful and adjust them over time based on how things are going.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises like thought records, journaling prompts, and relaxation practice to remote meetings so the work can continue between appointments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Florida, Tennessee, Ohio, Nevada, Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, and depression, plus related topics like guilt and shame and addiction.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He uses practical CBT tools to look at unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, paired with journaling and guided discovery to test new perspectives and reduce self-blame.
What is his professional background and experience?
He holds LCSW and LISW credentials and has 21 years of clinical experience working with adults and veterans on mental health and life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as LCSW and LISW with practice in Nevada.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.