John Brennan, LMFT - Therapist in Florida

About John

John Brennan is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Florida who focuses on practical, goal-directed work. He keeps sessions direct and interactive so parents and individuals can make changes that matter. He uses clear steps and conversations to help people move forward without long delays.

John aims to create a respectful, compassionate space where progress is possible. John emphasizes solution-focused work to get traction early in treatment.

Background and approach

He personalizes discussions and plans to fit each person’s situation. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to help build commitment and Internal Family Systems to understand inner parts that affect behavior. These approaches are chosen to address issues such as parenting challenges, anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, and trauma.

In sessions he listens without judgment and helps set small, achievable goals. He often looks for practical changes parents can try between meetings. John has four years as an LMFT and brings prior experience working with children and young people in care settings.

He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English. Therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging so families can choose what fits their routine. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule time that works for them.

John’s style is encouraging and focused on real-world change. He works with motivation and steady effort to help clients see progress in a relatively short time.

Approaches that translate well to online family and parenting work

John uses Solution-Focused Therapy to keep conversations practical and forward-looking. This approach focuses on small, doable changes and concrete goals so people can try strategies between sessions and see early progress.

He also draws on Motivational Interviewing to strengthen a person’s readiness to change. That method centers on clear, respectful conversation that helps someone weigh options and boost commitment to parenting or personal goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. John treats approach choice as a collaboration - he will talk through needs, goals, and preferences and tailor sessions accordingly. Together they adjust methods if something is not working and emphasize what helps most.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy family schedules and to use real-life moments as part of the work. The variety also lets people pick the way of communicating that feels most comfortable for them, while maintaining consistent contact and follow-through.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Solution-Focused Therapy

Rather than examining the problem at length, this looks at what is already working and builds on it. Sessions tend to be practical and forward-looking, with small achievable steps, which translates readily to shorter online conversations.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Treats the mind as having distinct parts, each with its own worry or role, and works towards them being less at war with each other. Conversational, so it carries over to online sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does John help with?

He works with concerns including parenting, anger, ADHD, stress, anxiety, relationships, family problems, trauma and abuse, and depression, plus related topics like adoption and foster care and blended family issues.

What is his therapy style like?

John uses a nonjudgmental, interactive style that focuses on practical steps. He aims to make progress early by setting clear goals and next steps.

What experience does he bring?

John has four years as a licensed marriage and family therapist and prior experience assessing and working with children and young people who were in foster care.

Where is he licensed and located?

He is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Florida; his credential is FL LMFT MT2850.

Which languages and international options are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules.

How is cost handled?

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

How do I start working with him?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Parenting issues
Anger management
ADHD

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 4 years
Licensed: Florida
Languages: English

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