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Dr. John Jones

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Dr. John Jones, IL Psychologist 071002712

Illinois

Psychologist - Addiction and family concerns

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About

  • Addiction recovery support
  • Parenting and fatherhood issues
  • ACT and CBT methods

About John

Dr. John Jones is an Illinois licensed psychologist (IL Psychologist 071002712) with 20 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, parenting strain, relationship difficulties, grief, anger, ADHD, and career or workplace problems.

He uses a person-centered, values-based style that aims for practical solutions. Sessions usually include clear explanations of what is happening, focused exercises, and steps to try between meetings. Clients can expect conversations about goals, values, and small changes to daily habits.

Dr. Jones integrates several approaches to match the problem at hand. He commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered listening. He also uses hypnotherapy and existential ideas when they fit a client's goals.

When addictions are a focus, he offers assessment, psychotherapy, harm reduction strategies, and guidance about recovery groups. He works with both substance and process addictions, and discusses evidence-based support groups as part of recovery planning.

He provides psychoeducation so people understand their difficulties and what to try next. Sessions are adapted to each person’s situation and goals. To begin, people follow the site’s matching steps and schedule a first session for an initial plan.

How sessions work

How therapy approaches translate to online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on identifying personal values and taking actions that align with them. It helps when worry, avoidance, or stuck patterns block meaningful living by teaching willingness and mindful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and workplace stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and building a collaborative relationship so people can clarify goals and make decisions that fit their values.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist discusses goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before choosing methods. That collaborative process helps shape which techniques are tried and how sessions are organized.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options when booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, shorten travel time, and allow a quicker check-in between commitments. Some approaches, like CBT homework or ACT exercises, adapt well to remote work and can be practiced between meetings to maintain progress.

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Drug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Workplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyHypnotherapyMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

Illinois

Languages

English

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, parenting strain, relationship challenges, grief, anger, ADHD, and workplace issues.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses a person-centered, values-based, and solution-focused approach that combines practical exercises with discussion about values and goals.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 20 years of experience as a practicing psychologist in Illinois.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is an Illinois psychologist (IL Psychologist 071002712) and practices from Illinois.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats; confirm the current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with a first session?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.

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