John Self

John Self is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas (TX LPC 72206) with 30 years of professional experience. He works with adults, adolescents, couples, families, teenagers, and children ages 7 to 10, addressing a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

He approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and already possesses strengths that can support change. Seeking therapy is viewed as a courageous first step toward a more fulfilling life, and he aims to support and empower clients through that process.

For over 20 years he has focused on helping adults and adolescents pursue their goals, collaborating with clients to address issues that interfere with daily functioning. Much of his career has involved supporting people affected by addiction and those healing from trauma.

In individual, couples, and family work he uses a holistic approach that incorporates coping strategies, relaxation techniques, mindfulness, guided imagery, coping skills development, parenting skills, self-esteem building, and homework assignments. He draws on a variety of therapeutic methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution-focused therapy, Motivational Interviewing, client-centered approaches, Gestalt therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

John specializes in areas such as anxiety and stress management, depression, child and adolescent issues, attachment and bonding difficulties, self-harming behaviors, trauma and PTSD, substance use concerns, grief and loss, life transitions, caregiver stress, and military-related family issues including reintegration and deployment. He is a male, gay therapist who also lists specialties that include LGBT issues, intimacy-related concerns, parenting, anger, career, bipolar disorder, coaching, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and both religious and non-religious perspectives.