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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About John
John Gosling, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with licenses in Arizona and Wisconsin and 24 years in practice. He works on stress, anxiety, relationships, family concerns, grief, self-esteem, addictions, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, parenting, anger, career matters, depression, and coping with life changes. He uses client-centered approaches and structured techniques to help people gain self-understanding and make concrete changes.
John favors a straightforward, accepting style. He listens without judgment and helps people name their goals. He then suggests resources and practical steps to support daily life and relationships. Sessions focus on building self-awareness and on producing manageable plans people can use between meetings.
His work blends conversational listening with active problem solving. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for examining thoughts and behaviors. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotional regulation and Mindfulness practices to increase present-moment awareness. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone is ready to change habits or address addictions.
John has experience supporting people from varied backgrounds, including new immigrants, medically vulnerable people, the under- and unemployed, at-risk students, and concerned family members. He pays attention to life context while helping clients set clear steps forward. He notes particular interest in aging and geriatric issues, blended family concerns, codependency, guilt and shame, and men’s issues.
Sessions are offered in English and German. John asks people to decide on goals and then partners with them to carry out the plan. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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How his approaches translate to online work
John commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thought patterns and test new behaviors. CBT is practical and often focuses on short-term goals for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy is his baseline listening approach. It prioritizes acceptance and helps clients clarify values and personal goals. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used when emotional regulation and distress tolerance are needed; these skills can help with anger, mood swings, and trauma-related reactions.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will review your concerns and preferences and then suggest ways to combine listening, skills training, and behavior-focused exercises. That plan is developed together and can be adjusted as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people practice skills in their everyday routines. Licensed professionals commonly adapt exercises, homework, and mindfulness practices to work well in remote sessions.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin, Arizona
Languages
English, German
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, grief, self-esteem, addictions, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, eating issues, parenting, anger, career matters, depression, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centered approach that emphasizes listening and acceptance, combined with active planning and practical steps to reach goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has 24 years of experience in counseling and related work.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He is an LPC and holds licensure in Arizona and Wisconsin.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and German.
Does he see international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.