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John Stawarz

John Stawarz

LMHC

Florida

Supportive counselor focused on practical change

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At a glance

Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, Florida / MH11136
Experience
14 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

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    • Motivational approach
    • Goal oriented
    • Warm and direct

    About John

    John Stawarz is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor with 14 years of experience who helps people managing stress, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, ADHD, and life transitions. He offers a direct, warm approach that aims to make difficult conversations easier to start and stay with. Expect straightforward talk, practical strategies, and a respectful, down-to-earth tone.

    In sessions he listens first and then helps people set realistic goals. He blends Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to fit each person’s needs. That means he tries to understand your point of view, looks at thought and behavior patterns, and helps you find your own motivation for change.

    He also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to narrow in on what works now and build small, achievable steps. Many people come with issues like anger, low self-esteem, career stress, or problems with commitment and communication. He has experience supporting people dealing with addiction, fatherhood issues, first responder stress, veteran and armed forces matters, and challenges related to prejudice or discrimination.

    John keeps sessions practical and goal-oriented while staying compassionate and nonjudgmental. He aims to tailor conversations and plans to what feels realistic for each person’s life. Policies such as fees, scheduling, and how sessions are arranged are handled during the intake process.

    If you want to take a first step, use the site’s Start Therapy flow to complete a brief matching form and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

  2. Approaches that guide online sessions

    John often draws on Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions. Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change and can be useful for addiction, ambivalence about decisions, or building commitment. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts and behaviors influence mood and helps people develop concrete skills for anxiety, depression, and problem-solving.

    Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your concerns, discuss goals, and try different techniques to see what fits best. Work together to adjust focus and pace so the plan matches current needs and life demands.

    Confirm the available online session options before booking so you know how sessions will be held. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when that helps, and reduce travel time. It can also let you meet with a licensed professional from wherever you are located within Florida, while practical scheduling details are arranged during intake.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesDepressionCoping with life changes

    Also works with

    Anger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesADHD

    Additional focus areas

    Commitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Workplace issuesYoung adult issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    14+ years

    Listed in

    Florida

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does John commonly help with?

    He works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, ADHD, and life transitions, among other issues such as addiction, anger, self-esteem, and career challenges.

    What is his general therapy style?

    His style is warm and interactive, combining practical talk with respect and humor while avoiding stigmatizing labels.

    How much clinical experience does he have?

    He has 14 years of experience working as a therapist in clinical settings and private practice in Florida.

    What credentials and location are listed?

    He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, FL LMHC, practicing in Florida.

    Which languages are sessions offered in?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Does he work with international clients?

    International clients are not currently accepted.

    How are fees and subscriptions handled?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin therapy with him?

    Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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