- Guilt and shame
- Drug and alcohol
- Anxiety and mood
About John
John Madson is a Minnesota LICSW - licensed independent clinical social worker - with three years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, bipolar disorder, and related struggles including guilt and shame. Sessions are conducted in English and focus on practical steps people can try between appointments.
Madson helps people talk through difficult feelings without judgment. He supports those dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, anger, low self-esteem, and social anxiety. He also supports people living with HIV/AIDS and those feeling isolated or paranoid.
In sessions he emphasizes straightforward conversation and collaborative planning. That can mean breaking problems into smaller steps, practicing new ways of reacting, and agreeing on short experiments to try between meetings. He frames work as learning what does and does not help for each person.
He has particular experience around drug and alcohol addiction and other addictive behaviors. For people carrying guilt or shame, he focuses on identifying how those feelings affect choices and relationships, and on clearer ways to respond in daily life.
His approach is practical and goal-oriented while keeping conversations respectful. People start with a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to see how the work fits their needs.
Evidence-based tools and remote sessions
John uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One common approach is behavioral work - identifying unhelpful actions and practicing new responses in real life to reduce anxiety or problematic habits. This helps with things like anxiety, social fears, and addictive behaviors. Another approach focuses on mood regulation and coping skills - teaching concrete ways to manage strong emotions, handle mood swings, and stabilize daily routines for people with bipolar disorder or depression.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will assess needs, discuss goals, and try methods that fit the person's situation and preferences. Sessions often start with clear short-term aims and adjust based on what proves helpful in practice.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm available online options before booking. In general, remote therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example a shorter check-in during a work break, or avoiding travel time that makes scheduling hard. It can also be useful for keeping continuity when routines change. Ask about current formats and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, eating issues, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include drug and alcohol addiction, HIV/AIDS, isolation, paranoia, social anxiety, and guilt and shame.
How would he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He helps people name how guilt and shame show up and then looks at how those feelings influence decisions and relationships. The work tends to involve practical steps and experiments to change daily responses.
What is his background and experience?
He holds a Minnesota LICSW and has three years of professional experience. That experience includes working with addiction and mood-related concerns.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is licensed in Minnesota as an LICSW. Sessions are provided in English and not offered to international clients.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English only.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting 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.