John Reardon

John Reardon is a licensed clinical social worker with four years of professional experience. He holds an LICSW in Rhode Island and an LCSW-C in Maryland. He approaches therapy as a collaborative process and aims to support people who want a more fulfilling life.

He starts by listening to each person’s story and identifying strengths they can build on. Sessions focus on practical steps clients can try between meetings. John emphasizes clear goals and steady progress rather than jargon or long lectures.

People come to him for a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and career matters. He also supports those facing trauma, relationship and intimacy-related issues, addiction concerns, and challenges linked to gender and sexual identity. John pays attention to how life changes, family history, and role demands affect daily functioning.

His work is straightforward and grounded. He helps clients break larger problems into manageable tasks and practices. He also supports people dealing with parenting strains, compassion fatigue, aging issues, and end-of-life concerns.

John uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s needs. He and the client decide which approaches fit best, and he offers guidance on practical coping skills. Those interested in starting will be invited to share what matters most to them so sessions can align with their goals.

How evidence-based approaches can fit into online care

Two evidence-based approaches John commonly uses are practical problem-solving and skill-based interventions. Practical problem-solving breaks big issues into smaller tasks and focuses on actions people can try between sessions to reduce daily stress and move toward goals. Skill-based interventions teach measurable techniques for managing symptoms like anxiety, mood swings, or overwhelming emotions so people have tools when situations feel hard.

Another common thread is a strengths-based, collaborative stance. That means the therapist and client work together to choose techniques that match the client’s needs and life. The therapist listens to priorities, tries an approach, and adjusts based on what helps most rather than insisting on one method from the start.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as scheduling meetings during a lunch break or avoiding a long commute. It can also allow shorter check-ins when a quick update is useful or sessions that don’t require video when bandwidth is limited. Confirm current session formats with the therapist before booking, since specific options are set by the clinician. Licensed professionals help figure out what format and approach best suit each person’s goals and daily routine.