- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Behavior change
About John
Dr. John Howe is a Pennsylvania psychologist (PA Psychologist PS005032L) with 35 years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, sexual and relationship concerns, and the effects of personality disorders. He writes directly about repeated, disruptive behaviors that harm relationships and satisfaction in life.
Howe offers psychotherapy aimed at changing patterns that cause recurring frustration, anger, sorrow, or disappointment. He describes work that looks at what keeps unhealthy behaviors going and what can reduce them. The goal is to help people make different choices that lead to better interactions at home, at work, and in social settings.
He also provides supportive counseling for personal and work-related concerns. That includes help making decisions and clarifying life events. He reports experience with intimacy-related issues, addictions, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
His practice addresses a wide range of concerns including LGBT matters, men’s issues, sexuality, and social anxiety and phobia. He notes attention to obsessive-compulsive patterns, avoidant and antisocial personality features, and complex issues such as polyamory and sex addiction.
Sessions are conducted in English from his Pennsylvania practice. The description stresses practical change in behavior and relationships rather than quick fixes. Readers are invited to consider whether repeated, unsatisfying patterns are present and to seek a first appointment using the site's booking flow.
Therapeutic approaches and online session options
Dr. Howe describes his work as psychotherapy to reduce recurring, damaging behaviors and to improve relationships. One commonly used evidence-based approach focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going and then practicing alternative responses in everyday life. This kind of work suits anxiety, compulsive actions, and relationship difficulties.A second approach emphasizes supportive counseling to help clarify decisions, manage life changes, and address stress. This method uses straightforward discussion and problem-solving to address current concerns and practical next steps.
Finding the best approach is part of the process. Howe will work with a client to decide which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, and will adjust the focus as progress is made. That collaborative decision-making helps clients try techniques and see what feels most useful.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. When available, online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They can also let a person choose an interaction style that works for them, such as video or phone, depending on what the practitioner currently offers.
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, grief, and problems related to personality and behavior patterns such as obsessions or compulsions.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses psychotherapy focused on identifying and changing damaging behaviors and patterns that interfere with relationships and satisfaction in life.
How much experience does he have?
He has 35 years of clinical experience as a practicing psychologist.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Pennsylvania psychologist listed as PA Psychologist PS005032L and works from Pennsylvania.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.