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Prof. John Checkett, LCSW

  • Experience11 years
  • LocationFlorida
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and LGBT
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About John

Prof. John Checkett is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida who brings 11 years of professional experience to a wide range of mental health concerns.

Background and approach

He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and care-related exhaustion among many other areas. His academic background includes advanced study in social sciences and communication, and he has also taught at the university level in Women's Studies.

His clinical experience spans emergency mental health screening and work inside the prison system, providing care for people in high-need situations. Those roles helped shape a practical, attentive style focused on clear communication, active listening, and pragmatic support.

He combines client-centered principles with cognitive behavioral techniques, Jungian ideas, and narrative approaches to address self-image, empowerment, conflict resolution, and life transitions. Prof.

Checkett aims to tailor therapy to each person’s needs by blending evidence-informed tools and exploratory, meaning-focused methods. He practices in Florida and holds the credential FL LCSW sw18820, offering consultation and therapy that reflect both clinical training and real-world experience.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Prof. Checkett commonly combines client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy to address emotional and practical problems. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental listening stance that supports clients as they explore their own goals and values, which can help with identity, relationship, and self-esteem concerns. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on practical tools and skills to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, useful for anxiety, mood challenges, ADHD-related coping, and stress management.

Finding the right approach is part of the process; the therapist collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions can blend supportive listening, skills training, and narrative exploration so treatment is tailored rather than prescriptive.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or other commitments. These formats allow ongoing contact and different ways to access therapeutic tools and reflections, helping clients maintain continuity of care even when schedules or locations change.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of issues does this therapist address?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, trauma and abuse, ADHD, caregiving stress, and many other life and identity concerns.
How would you describe the therapeutic approach and style?
The practice blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral tools and depth-oriented narrative or Jungian perspectives to balance practical skills and personal meaning work.
What is the practitioner's professional background?
He has 11 years of experience, has worked in emergency mental health screening and in correctional settings, and has taught at the university level in Women’s Studies and related social sciences.
Where is the therapist licensed and located?
He is licensed in Florida as an LCSW and holds the credential FL LCSW sw18820, practicing with clients in that state.
Are other languages or international sessions available?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are offered for online work?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging depending on preferences and scheduling.
How are fees and payment organized?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceForgivenessGender dysphoriaLife purposeMen's issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-loveSexualityWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Jungian TherapyNarrative Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English

What John can help with

Prof. John Checkett works with clients on stress and anxiety, LGBT, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and depression.

John works with problems related to gender, problems between couples, and social justice.

How John approaches therapy

John's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Jungian Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.

Experience and training

John is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Florida, with 11 years of clinical experience.

Therapy style

John taught an academic discipline on a university level.