John Widmer, LPCC - Therapist in Ohio

About John

John Widmer is a licensed professional clinical counselor with 17 years of experience in Ohio. He focuses on practical help for people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, and parenting concerns. He keeps sessions straightforward and conversational so parents can talk about what matters most without extra jargon.

He approaches work in a relaxed, nonjudgmental way while also pointing out contradictions when they appear. He uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Client-Centered Therapy to guide progress.

Background and approach

Sessions often mix skill-building with clearer choices and short-term plans. Many people come to him for help with relationship strains, family problems, grief, or trouble with focus and motivation. He also supports those facing addiction, trauma, or major life changes and can coach on workplace or money issues.

The aim is to reduce immediate stress and find workable next steps. John adapts sessions to the situation and prefers collaboration over lectures. He listens first, then offers techniques for thinking differently, shifting behaviors, or managing urges.

Parents will find a practical tone that concentrates on doable changes at home. Work is done online through calls, chat, or messaging to fit busy schedules. Steps to begin are simple: start the matching process, pick times, and begin working toward clearer goals.

How his approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's perspective. It creates space for someone to describe problems and decide what matters most, which helps when parenting or family topics feel overwhelming.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches simple skills to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses, useful for anxiety, mood, and stress related to parenting or work.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He talks with each person about goals and preferences and then suggests techniques to try. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made based on what helps most.

Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy family lives. These formats allow regular check-ins, quick coaching in between sessions, and flexible scheduling to handle urgent moments or small wins as they happen.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

John works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, parenting, relationship and family problems, trauma and grief, and work or money concerns.

How would you describe his therapy style?

He keeps a relaxed, nonjudgmental tone while also gently calling out contradictions. Sessions are conversational and focus on practical steps and choices.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 17 years of experience practicing as a licensed professional clinical counselor in Ohio.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is credentialed as an LPCC with licence details OH LPCC E.0501359-SUPV and practices in Ohio.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats does he offer?

People can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits their schedule.

How is cost handled for sessions?

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

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 17 years
Licensed: Ohio
Languages: English

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