John DeCarlis

John DeCarlis is a licensed social worker who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, and career concerns. He presents as direct, approachable, and interactive so conversations move toward practical change. He emphasizes skill-building and works with each person to create a meaningful plan that fits their life.

He uses acceptance and commitment ideas to help people notice what they can and cannot control. Cognitive behavioral tools are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and build new habits. Client-centered and attachment-based approaches shape the conversation so it stays focused on each person’s strengths and values.

John brings 26 years of experience and holds the credentials LISW and LSCSW. He trained at the University of Maryland School of Social Work and has worked with people facing workplace and deployment-related stress. His background includes work with veterans and first responders, and he has experience with grief, trauma, and relationship strain.

Sessions are practical and aimed at building skills you can use between meetings. John prefers a collaborative style - he and the client set goals and test strategies together. He avoids stigmatizing labels and keeps the work grounded in what matters to the person.

People who want clear feedback, concrete steps, and a focus on life goals may find his approach useful. He invites you to share your story and to work together on manageable changes that add up over time.

How his approaches translate to online work

John commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in practical ways. ACT helps people notice their values and take actions that match those values instead of getting stuck on thoughts they can’t control. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety, depression, and work-related stress.

He also draws on client-centered and attachment-based ideas to keep sessions focused on each person’s strengths and relationships. These approaches help shape a collaborative plan so the therapist and client decide together which methods to try and when to adjust the plan.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with you about your goals, try methods that fit your needs, and check in to see what helps. This collaborative process makes it easier to adapt strategies as your situation changes.

The profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online work helpful for fitting sessions into a busy life, keeping regular momentum between meetings, and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. A clear plan and regular practice are emphasized regardless of how sessions are arranged.