- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About John
John Gosling is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of clinical experience based in Wisconsin. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief, self-esteem issues, addiction, trauma and abuse, eating problems, parenting strain, anger, career transitions, depression and coping with life changes.
Gosling uses a listening-first approach influenced by client-centered ideas. He aims to understand each person as they are and then suggest resources or steps that might help. Sessions focus on building self-awareness and practical plans the client can try between meetings.
He also draws on techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing and narrative work. These methods are used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns, improve emotional regulation, and create clearer goals that fit a person's daily life.
Over his career he has worked with a wide range of people including new immigrants, people with medical vulnerabilities, those who are unemployed or under-employed, and at-risk students. That experience informs how he approaches problems like isolation, shame, relationship conflict and life transitions.
Sessions include collaborative planning and active follow-through. Clients can expect concrete suggestions, discussion of practical resources, and step-by-step work on the goals they set together. He offers services in English and German and works from his Wisconsin practice.
How his approaches translate to online work
John uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as core methods. Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and understanding the person's perspective to build clarity and direction. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing practical behavior changes to reduce anxiety and improve mood.He treats finding the right approach as a collaborative process. Early sessions are used to clarify goals, try different techniques, and choose what fits the client's needs and preferences. The therapist and client adjust methods over time based on what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - meetings can be scheduled around work, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a quick update is needed. It also makes regular homework and skill practice easier to integrate into daily routines. Licensed professionals can use these methods to support people managing anxiety, relationships, grief and life transitions through regular, practical sessions conducted at times that fit everyday responsibilities.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin, Arizona
Languages
English, German
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, grief, self-esteem, addictions, trauma, eating concerns, parenting strain, anger, career changes, depression and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a listening-first, client-centered approach and then suggests practical steps. Sessions combine talk, goal-setting, and resource recommendations.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 24 years of experience working with diverse groups, including immigrants, medically vulnerable people, the unemployed and at-risk students.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor with licensure in Arizona and Wisconsin and practices from Wisconsin.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and German.
Can people outside the country work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin scheduling a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.