John Self, LPC

John Self is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas with 30 years of clinical experience. He has worked with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, low self-esteem, and motivation challenges. John has a long history supporting people affected by addiction and trauma and talks frankly about the effort it takes to change patterns that get in the way of daily life.

John treats adults and adolescents and supports work on issues that interfere with everyday functioning. He describes clients as the experts on their own lives and uses that perspective to help clients apply their strengths. Sessions focus on practical steps - skills, strategies, and homework - that people can use between meetings.

Across his career he has worked with people managing mood disorders, substance use, caregiving stress, attachment concerns, and life transitions such as divorce and reintegration after deployment. He also lists blended family issues among his areas of focus and can address parenting and communication strains that come with merged households.

In session he draws from several approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment-Based and Client-Centered methods. That mix is used to build coping skills, improve communication, and address trauma-related symptoms when present.

John aims for clear, straightforward work. Expect focused conversations, practical exercises, and follow-up tasks designed to make small changes that add up. He supports people working toward better sleep, stronger relationships, steadier mood, and more effective routines.