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- Stress and anxiety
- Depression support
- LGBT issues
About John
John Koppenhaver is a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist (LCP) licensed in Kansas with 32 years of professional experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, family concerns, depression, LGBT issues, and coping with life changes. John speaks English and practices in Kansas.
He aims to create an open environment where people can talk about thoughts and feelings without judgment. Sessions emphasize direct conversation and practical problem solving. He has particular experience with adolescents and people who have been involved with the justice system.
John also works with clients facing suicidal thinking and those managing depression. He draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and daily functioning. He helps people talk through painful moments and make step-by-step changes.
His additional focus areas include aging and geriatric issues, cancer-related concerns, and sex culture topics such as BDSM and kink. He also addresses relationship strains like infidelity, commitment issues, jealousy, and family problems.
Other areas he may address include obsessive-compulsive behaviors, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, first responder issues, gender dysphoria, guilt and shame, isolation, and antisocial personality concerns. People who want to begin are asked to complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
John’s approach is straightforward and conversational. He works with each person to identify practical next steps and coping strategies that fit day-to-day life.
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How evidence-based approaches are used in remote care
John uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear steps and measurable goals. One common approach is behavioral work that targets specific actions and routines to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms; this helps people change patterns that make daily life harder. Another approach emphasizes cognitive strategies that identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with more balanced thinking, useful for anxiety, stress, and depression.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and daily challenges, and then recommend methods that fit each person. This is a collaborative process that can be adjusted as needs change.
The biography does not list which session formats are used, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make scheduling easier and help fit therapy into a busy week. Remote work can allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, reduce travel time, and let people meet without leaving their day. Licensed professionals can adapt interventions used in person to work over distance, focusing on practical skills, symptom tracking, and structured conversations to move toward stated goals.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
32+ years
Listed in
Kansas
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, family concerns, depression, LGBT issues, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include OCD-related concerns, grief and cancer, sexuality and kink topics, and relationship strains.
What is his therapy style?
He uses straightforward, conversational sessions that emphasize talking through thoughts and feelings. The approach focuses on practical steps and evidence-based techniques to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
How long has he practiced?
He has 32 years of professional experience working in mental health settings. That background includes work with adolescents and people involved with the justice system.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as an LCP licensed in Kansas. His practice is based in Kansas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to be sure they meet your needs.
How are fees and getting started handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.