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- ACT
- EMDR
- Harm reduction
About John
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina, John ODonoghue has 27 years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, addictions, family issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related problems, anger, career matters, and depression. He also works with infidelity and polyamory or non-monogamous relationship concerns. John speaks English and accepts international clients.
John frames therapy as practical conversation and reflective work. He combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, and EMDR to address emotional pain and relationship patterns. Sessions can range from shorter, problem-focused work to longer-term exploration depending on client goals.
His background includes two master’s degrees in psychology and counseling psychology and nearly three decades of experience in varied settings. He has developed an alternative addiction treatment program used internationally and has worked as an employee assistance program counselor for workplace and career concerns.
In sessions he pays attention to trust and the therapeutic relationship, and uses principles such as harm reduction when addressing addictive behaviors. He will discuss whether brief, goal-directed work or more in-depth exploration fits the issue at hand. Practical steps, pointing out recurring patterns, and helping clients decide on changes are common parts of his approach.
John’s work often addresses relationship dynamics, grief, and trauma-related symptoms with direct discussion and clinical tools such as EMDR when appropriate. If you want to begin, follow the site’s process to see online therapy options and schedule a first session.
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How therapeutic approaches work in remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and difficult decisions. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach that addresses distress tied to traumatic memories and intense emotional reactions. It can be used when trauma or abuse is part of the presenting concern. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns shape current connections and can help with recurring relationship problems and intimacy issues.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will review your goals and preferences and recommend using ACT, EMDR, attachment-focused methods, or a combination. That decision is collaborative and may change as therapy progresses.
The biography does not state which specific online session formats are offered, so confirm available formats before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life by reducing travel time and allowing sessions during a lunch break or between errands. Some formats also let people use audio-only calls when less bandwidth or a shorter check-in is needed. Ask about format options when you schedule to match the practical needs of your routine.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
27+ years
Listed in
North Carolina, California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem, addictions, family conflict, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger, career matters, and depression, including infidelity and non-monogamous relationship concerns.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). The approach is chosen to match the client’s goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 27 years of clinical experience in a variety of settings, including development of an alternative addiction treatment program and work as an employee assistance program counselor.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds LMFT and LCMHC credentials and practices in North Carolina.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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