At a glance
- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, Montana / BBH-LCSW-LIC-71086
- NPI
- 1427729698
- Experience
- 5 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Montana
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivational approach
- Practical steps
- Warm listening
About John
John Wood is a licensed clinical social worker in Montana with five years of practice experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. He aims to create a calm space where people can say what’s on their mind without fear of judgment. Taking the first step can feel hard, and he recognizes that starting therapy takes courage.
John uses a mix of practical tools and talking-based support to help people move forward. He draws on Motivational Interviewing to help uncover what matters most to each person and to build motivation for change. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow the person’s lead and make room for their priorities.
When helpful, he incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thought patterns that feed anxiety or low mood and to try small experiments that can lead to different results. He also brings elements of Existential and Mindfulness approaches to help people reflect on meaning, values, and present-moment attention.
John has worked with concerns such as caregiver stress, communication problems, fatherhood issues, first responder stress, veteran and armed forces issues, post-traumatic stress, and seasonal affective disorder. He also supports people facing isolation, prejudice, emptiness, life-purpose questions, and midlife transitions.
His style is straightforward and warm. He focuses on clear goals and small, achievable steps while listening for what a person truly cares about. If you’re wondering whether therapy could help, he encourages completing a short matching questionnaire to find out.
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How his approaches translate to online sessions
John uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find internal reasons to change and to clarify what matters most to them. That approach relies on conversation, reflective listening, and gentle questions to build momentum for next steps.
He also practices Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on following the person's lead and creating space for honest expression. This approach helps when someone needs a steady, empathetic listener as they sort through feelings and decisions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. John will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then suggest which methods to try. Together they set small goals and adjust the plan based on what feels useful.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy routine, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when a full in-person visit is difficult. It can also let someone choose a quieter setting or avoid being on camera when that feels better. Licensed professionals tailor the session rhythm and tools to each person's needs, balancing conversation, homework, and short practical exercises. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesTherapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingExperience
5+ years
Listed in
Montana
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does John commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, communication problems, first responder and veteran issues, post-traumatic stress, and seasonal affective disorder.
What is his therapy style like?
His approach is collaborative and direct with an emphasis on listening. Sessions tend to mix practical steps, reflection, and support to build motivation and clearer next steps.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years of professional experience as a licensed clinical social worker. That experience informs his work across a range of stress, mood, and life-purpose concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds the LCSW credential and practices in Montana. The profile lists his license as MT LCSW.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How does pricing and subscription work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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