Dr. John Jones

Dr. John Jones is a licensed psychologist in Illinois with 20 years of experience. He helps people manage anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, and life changes. He also supports those dealing with grief, workplace problems, ADHD, and parenting concerns.

Dr. Jones uses a person-centered, values-based style. Sessions focus on practical steps, clearer choices, and skills clients can use between meetings. He offers coaching and therapy that aim for psychological flexibility and meaningful change.

His approach combines acceptance and commitment ideas with cognitive-behavioral tools and client-centered listening. He also uses existential perspectives and clinical hypnotherapy when appropriate. Assessment and psychoeducation are part of his work so clients understand what is happening and why.

When addressing addictions, he provides clinical assessment, harm reduction strategies, psychotherapy, and support group integration. He names process addictions like gambling or pornography alongside alcohol and drug problems when relevant to recovery planning.

Sessions are individualized to match a person’s goals and values. He emphasizes openness, personal responsibility, and small actionable steps. People looking for clear guidance and a collaborative plan may find his style helpful.

How his approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take actions that match those values. It can be useful for anger, anxiety, and making sustained life changes by focusing on committed action rather than just symptom control. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches concrete skills to change them; it often helps with anxiety, depression, panic, and mood regulation. Client-Centered Therapy centers on the person’s experience and uses empathetic listening to build insight and motivation for change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss which methods fit a person’s goals, values, and preferences and will adjust the plan as progress is made. That collaborative process helps shape whether emphasis falls more on values, skill training, or reflective exploration.

The profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to schedule sessions around work or family commitments, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it practical to continue therapy during life transitions while keeping the focus on steps and skills that fit into everyday routines.