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John Doran

LCSW

John Doran , LCSW

Therapist in Florida

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About John

John Doran is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 40 years of professional experience. As an LCSW, he has advanced training in mental health assessment and therapeutic interventions and has spent decades working with individuals facing addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and anger management.

He approaches care with the conviction that each person is the expert on their own life and that existing strengths can be mobilized to overcome the challenges they face. John emphasizes collaboration and steady support as people take the often difficult first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. He recognizes the courage required to seek change and attends to that journey with respect and steadiness.

John is also committed to his faith and serves many clients as a Christian Counselor, integrating spiritual perspectives when they align with a client's needs and values. Throughout his long career he has focused on helping people build on their resources, manage distress, and move toward healthier patterns of living.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with John Doran

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the person’s own goals and strengths guide the work. This approach helps people increase self-understanding and make choices that fit their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based method that explores how thoughts and behaviors affect mood and functioning - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach designed to help process distressing memories and reduce their ongoing impact, often used for trauma and abuse related symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. John Doran and the client work together to determine which methods best match the client’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds in a collaborative way.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions occur - by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit support into busy schedules and to connect from different locations. For many people, remote sessions increase accessibility and continuity of care while allowing therapists and licensed professionals to tailor the format to each person’s needs.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does John Doran have?

John Doran has 40 years of professional experience.

Is John Doran a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. His license details are FL LCSW SW7576.

In which languages does John Doran provide therapy?

John Doran provides therapy in English.

Where is John Doran located?

He is located in Florida.

How can I work with John Doran as my therapist?

You can work with John Doran through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does John Doran work with international clients?

Yes, John Doran works with international clients.

How much does therapy with John Doran cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefBipolar disorder

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Imago Relationship TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

40+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English

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