- CBT techniques
- Solution-focused work
- Mindfulness practice
About John
John Burkin is an LCPC and an LPCC with 17 years of clinical experience based in Louisiana. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, sleeping problems, self-esteem, depression, LGBT concerns, and social anxiety and phobia. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps rather than long, unfocused talking. He offers help in English and German.
He began his career working in community settings with people living with severe psychiatric illnesses and substance use combined with bipolar and mood disorders. That background shaped a straightforward style that mixes direct feedback with gentle humor. He asks clients to treat therapy as work and to be active in making change.
His practice emphasizes goal-setting and measurable progress. He uses Solution-Focused Therapy to identify what clients want to see happen and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to test and change unhelpful thinking and behavior. Mindfulness practices also appear in sessions for people who want tools to steady attention and reduce reactivity.
John describes the therapy relationship as collaborative. He encourages clients to judge the fit after the first appointment and to say so if it does not feel right. He is open to discussing sensitive topics such as sexuality and compulsive behaviors without judgment.
Clients who tend to do well with him are present-focused and willing to try specific skills between meetings. His work aims at concrete changes such as improved sleep routines, fewer panic episodes, or clearer ways to handle social situations. He asks people to come prepared to practice what they learn outside sessions.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
John frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in his work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with small behavioral experiments, which can reduce anxiety and panic symptoms. Mindfulness Therapy offers simple attention and breathing practices to help clients notice stress reactions and steady focus during social situations.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the collaboration. He will work with each person to pick techniques that match their goals, preferences, and day-to-day life. That means trying something, checking how it worked, and adjusting over time rather than sticking to a single method.
Confirm current session options before booking since specific online formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow short check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Depending on the format available, sessions can focus on skill practice, planning exposure steps for social situations, or reviewing homework between meetings to support progress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Louisiana, Florida, New Mexico, Nevada, Virginia
Languages
English, German
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps adults with stress, anxiety, sleeping problems, self-esteem, depression, LGBT concerns, and social anxiety and phobia among other issues.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He emphasizes goal-setting and practical skills, using Solution-Focused and Cognitive Behavioral approaches with some mindfulness practice.
How much experience does he have?
He has 17 years of experience, including community work with people living with severe psychiatric illness and combined substance use and mood disorders.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds the credentials LCPC and LPCC and practices in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and German.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.