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- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Solution-Focused goals
About John
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with 17 years of experience, John Burkin works in Louisiana with adults on stress, anxiety, sleep problems, self-esteem and depression. He also focuses on issues related to sexuality and LGBT concerns, and on obsessive-compulsive and panic symptoms. Sessions are conducted in English and German.
John began his career in community settings helping people with severe psychiatric illness and co-occurring substance use. That work shaped a direct, practical style. He asks clients to be active in sessions and to set clear goals. He does not encourage endless venting; he wants sessions to produce change.
Intake conversations include a frank discussion of fit. John tells people that scheduling a first session does not obligate them to continue. He invites feedback and encourages clients to end work if the collaboration is not right. A bit of humor and straightforward feedback are part of his approach.
His practice draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, with elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. He uses these methods to help clients notice unhelpful patterns, practice skills, and set achievable goals.
John commonly works with adults who are present-focused and willing to try mindfulness and skills practice. He aims to help people develop practical strategies for mood regulation, reduce compulsive thinking, and improve sleep and daily functioning. He also addresses veteran and multicultural concerns as part of his caseload.
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How his approaches translate to online care
John uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical and task-focused, often involving homework such as behavior experiments or sleep routines.He also incorporates Mindfulness Therapy to teach present-moment awareness and simple attention exercises. Mindfulness can help with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and sleep by building skills for noticing thought patterns without reacting.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals and preferences, and will adjust methods over time based on what is or isn't helping.
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to learn whether remote sessions are available and which formats are offered. Online or remote work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to deliver CBT exercises, mindfulness training, and motivational interviewing in ways that match daily life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Louisiana, Florida, New Mexico, Nevada, Virginia
Languages
English, German
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, self-esteem and depression. He also focuses on LGBT issues, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, panic, sexual concerns, and veteran-related topics.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
Work is informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, with elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Sessions emphasize skills practice and goal-setting.
How much experience does he have?
He has 17 years of clinical experience, starting in community mental health with people who had severe psychiatric illness and substance use issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LCPC and LPCC credentials and practices in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and German. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether in-person or remote visits are offered.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to start the process.
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