Works with
How John works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Indiana
- Years in practice
- 18
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About John
John Horsley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Indiana. He supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, anger, depression, relationship and family challenges, and other life changes. He emphasizes a respectful, steady approach that starts with where someone is right now.
He spent 18 years working in varied settings with people experiencing substance use and its consequences. He has also worked with individuals affected by trauma and secondary trauma.
Background and approach
That experience shaped how he sees recovery and coping as ongoing processes rather than one-time fixes. In sessions he focuses on building a practical relationship first. He aims to help clients feel heard and motivated before introducing strategies.
He uses straightforward tools to manage emotions, reduce distress, and improve daily functioning. John draws from approaches such as cognitive behavioral techniques, trauma-focused work, and motivational interviewing. He mixes brief solution-focused steps with deeper trauma work when needed.
Treatment plans are adapted to each person rather than following a single script. People can expect clear goals, short-term skills they can use right away, and longer-term work on patterns that keep problems coming back. He is practical about setbacks and emphasizes small, achievable steps.
If someone wants steady support for anger, addiction, or coping with life changes, he offers a calm, experienced presence to walk alongside them.
What John works with
Everything John lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in John's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Antisocial personality
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- First responder issues
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Approaches John lists
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches for online work and practical tools
John often uses cognitive behavioral methods to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that fuel anxiety, anger, or depression. CBT offers hands-on exercises and short practices that translate well to video or messaging and can reduce day-to-day distress.He also uses EMDR-style trauma-focused techniques to address memories and reactions tied to past events. That work aims to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories and the reactions they trigger, and it can be combined with other strategies when needed.
Choosing the right approach is a joint process. He talks with each person about goals, history, and preferences, then suggests options and adapts as progress is made. That collaboration helps ensure the plan fits the person rather than forcing a single model.
Online sessions are available by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video works well for in-depth conversations and skills practice. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and text or chat can work for quick check-ins or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These formats help people fit therapy into work, parenting, or other busy schedules while keeping consistent contact with a licensed professional.
Questions people ask about John
What concerns does John help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, anger, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, sleep and eating concerns, parenting stress, career challenges, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He prioritizes a straightforward, respectful relationship and meets people where they are. Sessions focus on clear goals, practical tools, and pacing that fits each person.
How much experience does he have?
He has 18 years of experience working in a range of settings, including significant work with substance use disorders and trauma-related issues.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in Indiana.
Which languages are offered and are international clients supported?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does billing or cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.