John Looney, LPCC
Therapist focused on practical change
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- Person-centered
- Trauma-informed
- Goal oriented
About John
John Looney is an Ohio-based licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) with seven years of experience. He introduces himself in a direct, friendly way and focuses on practical help for everyday problems. He aims to find what fits each person and begin working from there.
His approach is straightforward and down-to-earth. Sessions focus on the issues someone brings, like stress, anxiety, or trouble with relationships. He also addresses trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, grief, and challenges tied to identity and intimacy. The tone is collaborative and goal-oriented rather than academic.
John uses a mix of methods to match what a person needs. He draws on talk-based work that centers the person, strategies that change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and techniques for processing traumatic memories. Mindfulness and skills training are brought in when they help with emotion regulation and daily functioning.
Beyond common concerns, John works with issues such as ADHD, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, codependency, commitment worries, and sexual identity matters including kink and alternative sex culture. He also addresses abandonment, attachment, and personality-related struggles in practical ways that focus on current coping and steps forward.
People who prefer a straightforward, person-centered style may find his way of working helpful. To start, he asks a few questions to match goals, then builds sessions that address immediate problems and longer-term patterns.
His approach is straightforward and down-to-earth. Sessions focus on the issues someone brings, like stress, anxiety, or trouble with relationships. He also addresses trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, grief, and challenges tied to identity and intimacy. The tone is collaborative and goal-oriented rather than academic.
John uses a mix of methods to match what a person needs. He draws on talk-based work that centers the person, strategies that change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and techniques for processing traumatic memories. Mindfulness and skills training are brought in when they help with emotion regulation and daily functioning.
Beyond common concerns, John works with issues such as ADHD, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, codependency, commitment worries, and sexual identity matters including kink and alternative sex culture. He also addresses abandonment, attachment, and personality-related struggles in practical ways that focus on current coping and steps forward.
People who prefer a straightforward, person-centered style may find his way of working helpful. To start, he asks a few questions to match goals, then builds sessions that address immediate problems and longer-term patterns.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
How his approaches translate to online work
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early bonds affect current trust and communication. It helps people notice how they connect with others and practice new ways of relating.Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's experience and values. The therapist listens closely, reflects what he hears, and helps people lead the direction of sessions to match their goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses clear exercises and short practice tasks to shift unhelpful thinking and build coping skills for anxiety, mood, and everyday stress.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with the person to see which methods fit their needs and preferences, and may blend ideas from different models as goals change.
If you want online sessions, confirm the exact session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for focused skill practice between meetings. Talk-only sessions may be useful for quick check-ins, while video can support interactive exercises and EMDR-style work when appropriate. Licensed professionals can help tailor the format to what works best for everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does John commonly help with?
He addresses stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, grief, intimacy issues, and career-related strain among other concerns.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He works in a straightforward, person-centered manner and combines talk therapy with practical skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
What is his professional background?
John has seven years of clinical experience helping people navigate common and complex problems using a blend of approaches suited to each person.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He holds an LPCC credential and practices in Ohio as an Ohio LPCC.
Which languages are supported and can international clients book?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does billing or cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.