- Behavior change work
- Guilt and shame focus
- Relationship issues
About John
Dr. John Howe is a Pennsylvania psychologist (PA Psychologist PS005032L) with 35 years of clinical experience. He works with people who struggle with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, addiction, mood problems, and personality-related difficulties. He also lists work around grief, self-esteem, career questions, and issues connected to sexuality and non-monogamous relationships.
He focuses on helping people notice and change patterns of behavior that cause harm or leave them feeling stuck. That includes compulsive or disruptive actions that strain work, friendships, or close relationships. His approach aims to make those patterns clearer so people can make different choices that feel healthier.
Sessions address both practical behavior change and the feelings underneath actions, such as shame or guilt. He also offers supportive counseling for people and for couples to sort through life events, make decisions, and handle work-related stresses. The emphasis is on concrete steps and clearer choices rather than abstract labels.
Howe draws on long experience treating a wide range of concerns, including bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive patterns, addictions, and problems tied to personality functioning. He also works with sexuality-related matters, including sex addiction and issues around polyamory or non-monogamous relationships.
He practices in Pennsylvania and conducts sessions in English. People should confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified here.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
He uses evidence-based techniques that focus on changing behavior and on understanding the feelings behind actions. One strand targets observable habits and compulsive behaviors, breaking tasks into small, doable steps to reduce disruptive actions and improve daily functioning. This approach is useful for addictions, compulsions, and repetitive behaviors that cause relationship or work problems.Another element attends to the emotional patterns that feed guilt and shame. That work involves identifying the thoughts and relational triggers that keep shame active and then practicing alternative responses. It can help with social anxiety, intimacy problems, and issues tied to self-esteem.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. He will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques match their goals, preferences, and the problems they bring. That choice can shift as progress is made and new issues arise.
The original biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time for appointments. Licensed professionals can use video or other methods when those formats are offered, and the focus remains on practical strategies and clearer choices rather than labels.
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy problems, addictions, depression, and personality-related issues. Additional areas include grief, self-esteem, sexuality, and guilt and shame.
How does he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He helps people identify the behaviors and thoughts that keep guilt or shame active and then works on practical changes. The aim is to reduce repetitive, disruptive actions and improve how someone relates to others.
What is his background and experience?
He is a psychologist in Pennsylvania with 35 years of experience working with mood, anxiety, relationship, and personality concerns. His experience includes work with addictions and obsessive-compulsive patterns.
What credential does he hold and where does he practise?
He is listed as a PA Psychologist PS005032L and practices in Pennsylvania. Sessions are conducted in English.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
International clients are not accepted. Sessions are offered to people located where his Pennsylvania credential applies.
Which session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking so you know whether appointments are in person, by phone, or by video.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on the chosen session arrangement.
How do I get started with a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the booking flow.
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