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John Lee, LICSW

  • Experience22 years
  • LocationMassachusetts
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Self esteem
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
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About John

John Lee is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) with 22 years of professional experience, practicing in Massachusetts. He approaches therapy as a collaborative process that helps people explore and express emotions while working toward meaningful change in daily life.

Background and approach

His practice emphasizes respect and validation, and he aims to create a calm, unassuming environment where clients feel heard and understood. His style blends client-centered listening with evidence-informed techniques, drawing on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness practices.

John has worked across a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family issues, and ADHD. He also addresses related matters like attachment challenges, caregiver stress, and life purpose questions.

John invites prospective clients to consider therapy as a step that takes courage and offers support tailored to each person’s situation. He values building trust and working conversationally to set goals, develop coping skills, and support lasting change over time.

Therapeutic approaches and online access



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an approach that helps people clarify personal values and take meaningful steps toward them while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than fighting them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical skills to change behavior and reduce symptoms such as anxiety and depression. Mindfulness-based techniques teach present-moment awareness and stress regulation, which can support coping with strong emotions and improve day-to-day functioning.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and adapts strategies over time based on what proves most helpful. Clients are encouraged to be active partners in shaping their treatment plan so it aligns with their needs.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility by allowing work to continue through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to schedule sessions around work, caregiving, or travel and to maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult. Licensed professionals can use these tools to deliver the same therapeutic principles while meeting clients where they are.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does John address in therapy?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family problems, and ADHD among other concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is gentle, client-centered, and collaborative, combining conversational rapport-building with techniques drawn from evidence-based therapies.
How long has he been practicing clinically?
He brings 22 years of professional experience as a clinical social worker working in a variety of settings and with diverse concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is credentialed as an LICSW with licence details MA LICSW 120538 and practices in Massachusetts.
Can people who live outside the United States work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions with people located outside the U.S.
Which session formats are available for online therapy?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are offered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling an appointment according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Licensed

Massachusetts

Languages

English

What John can help with

John Lee works with clients on stress and anxiety, self esteem, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes.

How John approaches therapy

John's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.

Experience and training

John is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in Massachusetts.