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John White, LCSW

Wisconsin LCSW focused on men's wellness
  • Veteran support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Practical coping skills

About John White

John White is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Wisconsin with two decades of clinical experience and a long history of work with the veteran population. He began his career as a Combat Stress Control specialist in the Army, providing support to troops in Iraq, and has since developed a focused practice that centers on men's wellness and recovery.

As a clinician he concentrates on issues such as past trauma, self-worth, forgiveness, fatherhood and parenting challenges, loneliness, sexual health concerns, relationship and intimacy difficulties, anger management, depression, career decisions, and physical fitness as part of overall well-being. He also addresses addictions, coping with life changes, grief, and compassion fatigue among other concerns.

He is considered personable and genuine and draws on trauma-informed methods and solution-focused techniques to help clients explore where they are and what they need. The LCSW credential indicates that he is licensed to provide clinical social work and therapeutic services. John provides honest, thoughtful, and compassionate listening and collaborates with people to discover or form a practical path forward when they feel stuck or weighed down.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Avoidant personalityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualityWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does John White have?

John White has 20 years of experience.

Is John White a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details include WI LCSW 8781-123 and ME LCSW LC21431.

In which languages does John White provide therapy?

John White provides therapy in English.

Where is John White located?

John White is located in Wisconsin.

How can I work with John White as my therapist?

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

Does John White work with international clients?

John White does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with John White 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.

Approaches That Guide Online Sessions

John White integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his work. ACT helps people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility so they can move toward a meaningful life even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present; it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and the therapist's unconditional positive regard, creating a supportive environment for exploring identity, relationships, and self-worth. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is effective for stress, anxiety, mood concerns, and many everyday challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. John collaborates with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts techniques over time so the work fits the individual rather than forcing a single method.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, address issues from home, and maintain continuity of care across life changes. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches effectively in digital formats to support progress and coping.

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