John Saunders, LMHC

John Saunders is a licensed mental health counselor with 12 years of professional experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and low self-esteem. He works to make the first step feel manageable and affirms the courage it takes to seek help.

In sessions he aims to build an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about hard feelings and difficult events. He listens first and shapes the work around each person's needs. That can mean setting small goals, learning new coping skills, or working through painful memories at a comfortable pace.

His ways of working include client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. He adapts techniques from these approaches to match what each person wants to accomplish. Practical tools and clear steps often accompany the conversations so progress can be tracked.

John has supported people through a wide range of life challenges, including complex grief, chronic illness, end-of-life concerns, and issues related to adoption or abandonment. He also has experience addressing aging and geriatric issues when those concerns come up in therapy.

Sessions are conducted in English and he practices from New York. He welcomes international clients and aims to make scheduling and follow-up straightforward. To begin, he asks new clients to complete a short questionnaire and schedule according to availability.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and tailoring the work to each person's values and priorities. In an online setting this means the therapist starts by asking what matters most and adjusts the pace and tools to fit those goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior and testing small changes. Online sessions can include homework, skill practice, and brief check-ins to build new habits over time.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options and try methods that match the client's needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what helps and shift course if something feels off track.

The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel time and allowing meetings during a lunch break or between appointments. It also enables continuity of care for people who are traveling or living outside the therapist's city. Practical benefits include more flexible scheduling, shorter check-ins when needed, and the ability to use written follow-ups to reinforce session work.