- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- LGBT issues
About John
John Reardon is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland and Rhode Island with four years of professional experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and a range of related issues. He frames clients as the experts on their own stories and works alongside them to address what feels most pressing.
He believes people bring strengths that can be used to face difficult moments. Sessions are meant to identify those strengths and to practice changes that feel realistic. He talks through current problems, patterns that get in the way, and steps that can reduce daily strain.
John uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions, focusing on clear strategies clients can try between meetings. He aims to help people manage emotions, improve relationships, and handle life transitions. He also pays attention to issues like addiction, intimacy concerns, parenting strain, and career stress.
His additional interests include adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, codependency, dissociation, and end-of-life concerns. He supports people working through family of origin wounds, guilt and shame, gender dysphoria, and loneliness.
Sessions are offered in English and are rooted in practical problem solving. To get started, a prospective client completes a short questionnaire and schedules a first session. John asks clients to set clear goals so sessions stay focused and useful.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online sessions
John uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to structure work with clients. One common approach focuses on learning practical skills to manage anxiety and stress - identifying triggering situations, testing small behavioral changes, and building momentum with repeated practice. Another approach targets trauma-related symptoms by helping people notice and name reactions, practice grounding or breathing exercises, and develop safer ways to handle intense emotions.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. John will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. He treats the choice of methods as collaborative and adjusts plans as progress or new needs become clear.
The therapist’s original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current online session options before booking. Many people find online work easier to fit into a busy life because it removes travel and can shorten the time commitment for quick check-ins. Online meetings can also make scheduling around work or caregiving responsibilities simpler and can let someone access a licensed professional from their own area without extra commute time.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Rhode Island, Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and related topics listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses evidence-based techniques and practical strategies, focusing on clear steps clients can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional social work experience in clinical settings.
Which credentials and location apply?
He holds LICSW in Rhode Island and LCSW-C in Maryland, and practices from Maryland.
Does he work in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile did not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model 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.