Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Parenting issues
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
How John works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- Florida
- Years in practice
- 14
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About John
John Stawarz is a Florida-based licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 14 years of experience. He focuses on practical help for stress, anxiety, anger, depression, parenting concerns, and career struggles. He works with people who feel stuck and want straightforward tools to move forward.
John uses a warm, interactive style that keeps conversations focused and down to earth. He listens without judgment and helps clients name the problems that get in the way of daily life.
Background and approach
Sessions combine problem-solving with realistic steps clients can try between meetings. His approach blends client-centered methods with cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. That means sessions often start with what matters most to the client, then test small behavior changes and shift unhelpful thinking patterns.
He also draws on solution-focused techniques to build short-term goals and momentum. John has worked with people facing addiction, ADHD, fatherhood issues, first responder stress, and problems tied to discrimination and life transitions. He aims to help people regain control, rebuild confidence, and clarify purpose when life feels overwhelming.
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so clients can pick the format that fits their schedule. Sessions are offered in English and are provided from Florida. To begin, users complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on availability.
What John works with
Everything John lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in John's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Parenting issues
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- ADHD
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches John lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on the client's perspective and priorities. The therapist listens closely, reflects what matters to the person, and helps shape goals from the client's own values. This approach is helpful when someone needs space to understand feelings and decide what matters most.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, targets the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test small behavior changes that can reduce anxiety, anger, or depression. CBT is often used for stress, anger management, and rebuilding daily routines.
The therapist treats choosing an approach as a collaborative step. He will talk with clients about their goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust the plan as needed. That way the work evolves with what the client finds useful and realistic.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video works well for face-to-face interaction and visual cues. Phone sessions can fit shorter breaks or lower bandwidth needs. Chat and messaging allow quick check-ins, progress notes, or ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to keep momentum when schedules shift.
Questions people ask about John
What concerns does John commonly address?
He helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, depression, parenting questions, career issues, ADHD, and related struggles such as addiction and isolation.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is warm and interactive. He focuses on practical steps, clear goals, and open conversation rather than labels.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 14 years of experience as a licensed mental health counselor working with a range of adult concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the LMHC credential and practices from Florida.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted at this time.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.