- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Stress and anger work
About John
John Asuncion is an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) and an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) based in New York with 15 years of experience. He works with adults on a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strains, and anger.
He takes a collaborative approach in sessions. He listens first, then helps people name what is causing their distress. Sessions focus on practical steps people can take to manage intense feelings and reduce recurring conflict in daily life.
John uses Client-Centered Therapy as a foundation. That means he pays attention to each person’s experience and works at the client’s pace. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and build clearer coping skills.
Over 15 years he has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings. That background has included supporting people after trauma, helping with substance use challenges, and addressing low self-esteem. He brings experience helping people organize their thinking and try small, testable changes between sessions.
In conversation he focuses on concrete strategies and awareness. He helps people map what triggers their anger, test different responses, and practice skills that reduce escalation. Sessions are straightforward and aim to make daily life feel more manageable.
To begin, he asks about the immediate problems and what a better week would look like. From there he and the client set short-term steps and review what works in follow-up sessions.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions with John
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person in front of the therapist. It emphasizes listening to a client’s experience and moving at a pace that feels manageable. This approach helps when people need to clarify values, understand triggers, and build confidence in handling strong emotions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It offers practical techniques to challenge unhelpful thinking and to practice different responses to upsetting situations. CBT can be useful for managing anger, anxiety, and mood problems.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. John will work with each client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That collaboration helps shape sessions and the small exercises recommended between meetings.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy week and helpful for keeping momentum between appointments. Online work also makes it simpler to check in without commuting and to schedule shorter or more frequent check-ins when needed.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
New York, Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he address?
He works with people who lose their temper with loved ones, feel growing resentment, struggle with workplace frustration, or live with someone else’s anger.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses a collaborative, client-centered style and pairs that with CBT techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 15 years of clinical experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings.
What credentials and location does he have?
He holds ME LCPC and NY LMHC credentials and practices from New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.