John Dlugosz

John Dlugosz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 21 years of experience. He is licensed as an LCSW in Tennessee and an LISW in Ohio and practices from Nevada. He lists stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy concerns, and depression among his main areas of focus, and also mentions life purpose as a focus area.

He begins by listening closely and asking open questions to understand what is happening now. Early sessions focus on building a working relationship and identifying strengths and obstacles. He uses a straightforward, practical style and explains what he is doing as he goes.

John uses cognitive behavioral methods along with faith-informed perspectives where clients request that approach. His CBT work emphasizes changing unhelpful thinking, setting goals, and building routines that support steady progress. He also names trauma-informed care and strengths-based techniques as part of his work with people who have experienced abuse or long-term stress.

Typical tools he brings into sessions include thought records, guided discovery, activity scheduling, relaxation exercises, journaling, and goal setting. He places particular emphasis on creating sustainable self-care habits and on teaching why consistent daily practices matter for mood and function.

He says he is comfortable talking about difficult topics such as addiction, infidelity, guilt and shame, and issues veterans often face. When faith is important to a person, he can integrate Christian perspectives alongside evidence-based methods to reflect a client’s values and beliefs.

How evidence-based methods translate to online work

John frequently uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT sessions focus on setting clear goals, tracking thoughts with brief worksheets, and building routines like activity scheduling that reduce anxiety and lift mood.

He also describes a trauma-informed, strengths-based angle that pays attention to how past experiences shape current reactions. This approach aims to slow down overwhelming feelings, identify coping skills, and strengthen practical daily habits rather than focusing only on history.

Finding the right mix of approaches is treated as a collaborative process. He discusses options with each person, adjusts techniques based on what works, and encourages regular feedback so methods stay aligned with a client's goals and values.

The original profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so clients can attend from wherever they are located. Licensed professionals can use online work to keep continuity while adapting homework and exercises to everyday life.