- Client-centered focus
- Cognitive behavioral work
- Mindfulness and DBT
About John
John Swearengin is an Arizona-licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 40 years of experience. He works with people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem problems, career stresses, and related concerns. He also supports those dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, and intimacy-related struggles.
He favors clear, direct conversation focused on practical change. Sessions involve listening, asking questions that clarify what matters, and helping clients set small, realistic steps. He uses a range of approaches so the work can match what the person needs and wants.
John draws on client-centered therapy to keep the conversation grounded in the person’s own goals. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns. He also brings dialectical behavior strategies and mindfulness practices to help regulate strong emotions and manage stress.
Over four decades he has worked with people who face addiction, trauma, and mood challenges, and with those navigating parenting strains, caregiving stress, and career shifts. He attends to attachment and abandonment concerns as they show up in relationships and behavior.
In sessions he will talk through immediate problems and help build skills for day-to-day coping. He encourages steps that fit into ordinary life and adjusts pacing to what feels manageable. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person’s goals and perspective. Online sessions using this approach start with the client’s priorities and shape conversations around what the person wants to change or understand. This helps when guilt or shame feels overwhelming and the caller needs clear direction.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. In an online setting CBT is often used to track patterns between sessions, try small behavioral experiments, and practice different ways of thinking about mistakes or regrets. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for relationship and attachment issues.
Choosing the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to see which methods fit their goals and habits, and will adjust as needed based on progress and preference.
The original profile does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. When available, common practical benefits of online sessions include fitting appointments into work or caregiving schedules, shorter check-ins when time is limited, and avoiding travel time. These factors can make it easier to keep regular appointments and practise skills between sessions.
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting strains, and related areas listed on his profile.
How would he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He uses clear conversation and techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to notice troubling thoughts and reduce their hold. The work focuses on practical steps and emotion regulation rather than labels or judgments.
What is his professional background?
He has 40 years of professional experience working with people facing addiction, trauma, mood issues, and life transitions.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He is an LPC licensed in Arizona and practices with that credential in the state.
Does he work in languages other than English or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to meet with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the 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.