Licensed clinical social worker recordConnecticut
John Ward, LCSW
Connecticut
Licensed clinical social worker - addictions and mood concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Connecticut
- LCSW, licence 6597
- NPI
- 1942476817
- Experience
- 30 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Connecticut
These details come from information John supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Addictions support
- Anxiety and depression
- Acceptance and ACT
About John
John Ward is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Connecticut with 30 years of practice experience. He works with people coping with addictions, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, and other life stresses. He also addresses parenting concerns, work and career pressures, and issues linked to trauma and substance use.
Ward uses practical, skills-focused work in sessions. He listens to what is causing daily strain and offers concrete tools to manage it. Conversations often cover communication habits, coping skills, and steps for reducing substance use when that is part of the concern.
His background includes roles in state government and private practice where he provided both social work and substance use counseling. That experience shapes a straightforward approach that blends mental health and addiction perspectives when needed. He draws on three decades of work with adults facing recurring life challenges.
In session he emphasizes strengths people already have and shows how to apply them. He mixes cognitive-behavioral strategies with acceptance and mindfulness practices to help people change unhelpful patterns. He also uses emotion-focused and dialectical skills for managing intense feelings and improving connections.
People can expect clear feedback and practical steps to try between meetings. Ward frames goals in everyday terms like reducing anxiety attacks, improving communication at work, coping with loss, or managing substance use triggers. To begin, readers are advised to follow the site's booking prompts and complete the short matching questionnaire.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts without getting stuck in them and focus on actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and life changes where avoidance has become a problem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches specific skills to shift each part; it suits anxiety, depression, and stress-related issues. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and expressing core emotions to improve how someone connects with others and processes loss or relational pain.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals and preferences and then suggest which methods to try. That recommendation is collaborative and can change as progress is made or needs shift.
Confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, parenting, and travel. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and let people use audio-only options if bandwidth is low or camera use is difficult. The emphasis is on making therapy realistic to use alongside everyday responsibilities rather than promising a specific format.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He helps people with addictions, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and parenting stress, trauma, anger, and related issues such as communication problems and guilt.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He works in a practical, strengths-focused way that combines feedback with actionable skills from approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, and emotion-focused work.
How much experience does he have?
He has 30 years of combined experience in social work and addictions counseling, including roles in state government and private practice.
Is he licensed and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Connecticut.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers