John Doleski , MD, LCSW-C

John Doleski, MD, LCSW-C, is a clinical social worker licensed in Maryland who combines medical and social work training to support individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges. He brings eleven years of clinical experience and has spent nine years working directly with active duty service members from all branches and their families, providing family advocacy, substance abuse support, and psychotherapy.

He has worked with people dealing with occupational stress, parenting difficulties, divorce, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ concerns, family conflict, domestic violence, and child welfare matters. His practice emphasizes evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical strategies tailored to each person's needs.

He regularly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Interpersonal Therapy, and Problem Solving Therapy to address symptoms and improve functioning. MD denotes Doctor of Medicine and LCSW-C indicates a clinical social work license in Maryland, reflecting training in both medical and social work perspectives.

Throughout his work he aims to offer a kind, honest, and nonjudgmental space where people can explore goals and build coping skills. He looks forward to working with you!

Evidence-Based Approaches Delivered Online

John Doleski draws on structured, research-supported methods to help people address specific concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress while building practical coping skills. Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact, often used for complex trauma and abuse-related symptoms.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. He works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts techniques over time so the treatment fits the individual rather than the other way around.

Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access care from home or other convenient locations, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who use evidence-based techniques.