John DeCarlis, LISW, LSCSW

John DeCarlis, LISW, LSCSW, helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, and the uncertainties that come with midlife. He speaks plainly and uses direct, interactive sessions to help people take practical steps toward change. He emphasizes skill-building and a strengths-based approach so clients can act on what matters to them.

He blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with cognitive behavioral techniques and client-centered listening. That mix is used to help people accept what they cannot control and focus on actions that improve daily life. Sessions are tailored to each person’s needs and goals rather than following a rigid script.

DeCarlis draws on 26 years of clinical work and a master’s degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work. He has long experience with depression, anxiety, stress, grief and loss, relationship concerns, trauma, and workplace issues. His background includes work with veterans and post-deployment challenges due to prior military service.

In practical terms he focuses on teaching coping skills, building routines, and addressing barriers that get in the way of meaningful change. Conversations will include goal-setting, behavioral experiments, and strategies to manage emotions and daily stressors. Hypnotherapy is also among the approaches he may use when appropriate.

He practices in Ohio and holds the credentials LISW and LSCSW. People who prefer English-language sessions will find his work conducted in English. The emphasis is on a respectful partnership that helps each person find their own path forward.

How his approaches can work in online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and pick actions that match their values. It is often used for stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on changing patterns of thinking and behavior to reduce symptoms and improve coping in everyday situations.

Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes understanding how early relationships shape current behavior and emotional patterns. It can help with intimacy-related struggles, attachment issues, and relationship patterns that affect daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist and client will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, then try methods that match those priorities. This is meant to be collaborative and adjusted over time based on what helps.

The practical benefits of online sessions should be confirmed with the therapist, since specific formats were not listed in the biography. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Ask about current session options when scheduling to choose the arrangement that fits daily routines and goals.