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John Gilbert, LMFT

  • Experience30 years
  • LocationCalifornia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About John

John Gilbert is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) who draws on three decades of practice to guide people through stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma, and ADHD-related concerns. He blends a client-centered orientation with cognitive-behavioral tools and solution-focused strategies, bringing a pragmatic yet empathetic stance to sessions.

Background and approach

His background includes work in state hospital settings and independent practice, which contributes to a broad perspective on complex clinical presentations. Known for integrating hypnotherapy and creative approaches learned earlier in his career, he offers techniques suited to chronic pain, addiction, mood disorders, and issues tied to life transitions and career development.

John emphasizes practical change - helping clients break patterns of negative thinking, address family-of-origin and communication problems, and build coping skills. He accepts international clients and practices in California as LMFT 37413, delivering care in English through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care

John often uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship and following the client's priorities to encourage growth and self-understanding. He also employs cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking and develop practical skills for managing mood, anxiety, ADHD-related challenges, and stress. Solution-focused therapy is used to set concrete goals and quickly develop strategies that move clients toward specific changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist collaborates with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, adjusting methods as sessions progress so treatment feels relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy with this practitioner is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats allow scheduling across time zones for international clients and support different communication styles, whether someone prefers real-time conversation or brief written check-ins between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does John commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and trauma issues, as well as ADHD, addictions, depression, parenting challenges, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes.
What therapeutic style does he use in sessions?
Sessions are client-centered with practical elements from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused work, often integrating hypnotherapy when appropriate to the client's goals.
What is his professional background and experience?
He has practiced for 30 years, including roles in the state hospital system and independent practice, which inform his work with complex and chronic issues.
What credentials and location are on file?
He is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California - CA LMFT 37413 - and conducts practice from that jurisdiction.
Does he work with people who live outside the United States?
International clients are accepted and he provides services in English for those who are eligible to schedule sessions.
Which session formats are available?
Appointments can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different preferences.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseCareer difficultiesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyHypnotherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English