John Molden, LCSW, CSW

Licensed in Georgia · 18 years in practice

John Molden greets people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin.

License and registration

LCSW, Georgia: CSW004862 · expires September 2026
NPI: 1023458155 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 18
Languages: English

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About John

John Molden greets people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. He helps with stress, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, work challenges, addiction concerns, grief, and the push and pull of major life changes. John is a licensed clinical social worker in Georgia with 18 years of experience, and he meets people where they are without judgment.

In sessions he focuses on practical steps you can try between meetings.

Background and approach

He listens first, then helps set small, achievable goals. Conversations are tailored to each person - not a one-size-fits-all plan. That can mean skill building, practicing new ways to handle strong feelings, or looking for values and meaning.

John blends approaches that aim to change unhelpful thinking and to build emotional awareness. He uses techniques to spot patterns in thought and behavior, and he guides exercises that strengthen relationships with self and others. For trauma and grief he combines careful listening with tools to manage intense emotions.

Many clients appreciate a straightforward, respectful style that focuses on real-life problems. John can support people working through career shifts, caregiver stress, addiction recovery, and identity or purpose questions. He also addresses issues like prejudice, seasonal mood shifts, and isolation.

Sessions are offered in English and can be done online for people inside and outside the United States. If someone prefers a steady, practical path forward, John can help them build new habits and clearer priorities.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything John lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Grief
Anger management
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Adoption and foster care
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Drug and alcohol addiction
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues

Approaches John names

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Online support

How these approaches fit into online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small actions that match those values. It helps people who feel stuck, unmotivated, or conflicted about life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical skills to change them. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to what matters most, discuss what methods might help, and adjust plans as goals evolve. Clients and the therapist decide together which techniques to emphasize, blending approaches when that fits the situation.

Online sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit daily life. Video is good for deeper conversation and working through emotions, phone calls are helpful when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or messaging can be used for quick check-ins or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make therapy more flexible for people balancing work, caregiving, or other commitments.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does John help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, career challenges, addictions, grief, anger, depression, and related issues like compassion fatigue and life purpose.

What is his therapeutic style like?

John uses a practical, respectful approach that combines listening with skill practice and goal setting. He tailors sessions to each person's needs and focuses on usable tools for daily life.

How much experience does he have?

John has 18 years of professional experience working in behavioral health settings and with individuals facing a range of emotional and life challenges.

What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?

He holds the credential LCSW and CSW and is licensed in Georgia.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.

What formats are available for sessions?

John works via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

How does cost and billing work?

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

What should someone do to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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