- Client-centered care
- CBT strategies
- Collaborative process
About John
John Asuncion is a licensed counselor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy questions, and a range of other life challenges. He brings a calm, collaborative style and aims to help clients discover practical steps they can use day to day. John holds LCPC and LMHC credentials and works from New York.
John emphasizes a client-centered approach, which means sessions are shaped around the person in front of him. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help people notice and change patterns of thinking and behavior. Sessions tend to focus on identifying strengths, building coping strategies, and setting realistic goals.
Over 15 years of practice, John has worked in inpatient and outpatient settings and seen many kinds of concerns related to trauma, depression, anxiety, identity and self-esteem, and substance use. That background informs how he balances support with concrete tools to handle symptoms and everyday tasks.
He aims to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where people can explore feelings and test new ways of coping. The work often includes examining thoughts and emotions, practicing new skills, and planning steps for change.
Parents and individuals who are worried about mood, behavior, or relationship strain will find an approach that mixes empathy with practical strategies. Before booking, confirm the current session options to make sure they fit your schedule and needs.
How his approaches guide online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy places the person's experience at the center of each session. In plain terms, this means the therapist listens closely, reflects what is said, and follows the client’s lead to build understanding and trust. This approach can help when people need space to talk through identity, grief, trauma, or relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses straightforward exercises and practical tools to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with more effective responses. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and managing stress or addictive behaviors. Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with the client to decide whether client-centered listening, CBT techniques, or a mix of both best fits the goals and preferences. This allows sessions to evolve as needs change and gives people a say in how they progress. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as finding time between work commitments or avoiding travel to an office. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when those are helpful and reduce the time cost of attending sessions. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are available and how they can work with your schedule.Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
New York, Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does John commonly help with?
He helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting strain, anger, career transitions, bipolar challenges, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He practices in a client-centered way, shaping sessions around the individual. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to teach skills for changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
What is his clinical background?
John has 15 years of experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting people with trauma, mood disorders, identity concerns, substance use, and interpersonal conflict.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LCPC and LMHC credentials and practices in New York.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; 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 the therapist's availability.
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