John Dlugosz, LCSW, LISW

John Dlugosz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, intimacy concerns, and depression. He brings 21 years of practical experience to sessions and works with people who want clear steps forward. John describes a direct, listening-first approach and focuses on finding strengths and workable solutions. John uses straightforward, goal-focused methods in session. He listens first, asks open questions, and helps people identify root causes of their problems. He uses tools like thought records, journaling, relaxation techniques, activity scheduling, and goal-setting to build new patterns over time. He places emphasis on self-care as a foundation for change. Together with clients he builds routines and skills that support day-to-day functioning. The work is collaborative - the client and therapist decide what will move things forward. John also integrates clients' faith when it matters to them. He combines evidence-based practices with a Christian perspective for those who want that element in therapy. He frames faith as a source of strength alongside practical therapeutic tools. With two decades of work in behavioral health, John aims to help people move from feeling stuck to having a clearer path. He encourages people who feel overwhelmed, lost, or stuck to reach out and begin with a simple conversation about goals and next steps.

Approaches that guide online work and healing

John lists evidence-based therapeutic techniques and emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with faith-informed counseling. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and changing behaviors through techniques like cognitive reframing, activity scheduling, journaling, and relaxation exercises. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and many everyday difficulties.

Christian-informed counseling combines those practical tools with a client’s faith perspective when appropriate. This approach looks at how personal beliefs and scripture can support coping, resilience, and meaning while still using structured therapeutic skills.

Finding the right combination of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose approaches that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Clients and the therapist plan what to try, review progress, and adjust methods as needed.

The practical benefits of online therapy often include easier scheduling and the ability to fit sessions into a busy day. Confirm the specific session formats offered before booking, since the biography does not list them. Many people find online sessions helpful for staying consistent with appointments and for accessing a licensed professional without extra travel.