John Wood, LCSW

Licensed in Montana · 5 years in practice

John Wood is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, and relationship strain.

License and registration

LCSW, Montana: BBH-LCSW-LIC-71086 · expires December 2026
NPI: 1427729698 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 5
Languages: English

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About John

John Wood is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, and relationship strain. He speaks plainly and aims to make first steps feel less overwhelming. Many people come to him for help with grief, motivation, and building self-esteem.

He wants clients to feel heard from the first conversation. John creates a calm, open space where people can say what’s on their mind without judgment.

Background and approach

He uses straightforward talk and practical exercises to help clients notice patterns and try new responses. Sessions often include goal-setting, thought work, and short mindfulness practices to reduce distress in daily life. His background includes five years of professional experience working with a range of concerns like compassion fatigue, caregiver stress, and issues tied to vocation and identity.

He also supports people facing post-traumatic stress, first responder challenges, and struggles related to prejudice and discrimination. These areas often overlap with anxiety and relationship worries. John draws from client-centered methods to build trust and from cognitive behavioral ideas to test unhelpful thoughts.

He blends existential questions about meaning with motivational interviewing to help people find direction and stay engaged with goals. Mindfulness tools are used to calm the body and refocus attention. People who prefer clear, practical steps and a respectful listening stance may find his style helpful.

He practices in Montana and conducts sessions using video, phone, live chat, or text messaging. The aim is to work together at a manageable pace and adjust the plan as needs change.

Focus areas and approaches

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

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Self esteem
Compassion fatigue
Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Emptiness
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues

Approaches John names

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Online support

How his approaches translate to online therapy

John commonly uses client-centered methods that focus on listening and building a trusting relationship. This approach helps people feel seen and guides the conversation toward what matters most to them. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is used to identify and test unhelpful thoughts, and then try practical new behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve mood. These techniques work well in short exercises or between-session tasks.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. John treats the choice of methods as a collaboration - he will talk with clients about goals, try an approach, and adjust based on how it fits. This keeps work focused and responsive to changes in needs or life circumstances.

Online sessions let people connect by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging support brief updates, ongoing encouragement, or shorter check-ins between longer sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to maintain progress over time.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does John help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, and self-esteem issues, plus areas like compassion fatigue and caregiver stress.

What is his therapeutic style like?

Sessions emphasize clear listening and practical steps. He mixes client-centered listening with goal-focused techniques.

How much clinical experience does he have?

John has five years of professional experience as a clinician working with a range of emotional and life concerns.

Where is he licensed and based?

He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Montana.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats does he offer?

He works by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs.

How does billing and getting started work?

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