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John Jamieson

Hopeful, practical care for complex life challenges

LCSW Florida

Experience
40 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English

About John

John Jamieson is an LCSW practicing in Florida who draws on 40 years of clinical experience to help people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship struggles, grief, and trauma.

Background and approach

He blends practical, evidence-informed methods with a respectful, client-centered stance, aiming to help clients recognize unhelpful patterns and build skills for more satisfying daily life. His work pays particular attention to issues that often accompany identity and relationship challenges, such as gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS concerns, prejudice and discrimination, and complexities around non-monogamous arrangements.

Across a long career, Jamieson has used a range of therapeutic tools including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, client-centered techniques, and existential perspectives to tailor an approach for each person. He emphasizes clear communication, exploration of life purpose, and repair where guilt, shame, or infidelity have affected well-being.

Based in Florida, he frames therapy as a collaborative process in which clients develop resilience, restore balance, and pursue meaningful change at their own pace.

Practical approaches for online therapy and personal growth

John Jamieson uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, and addiction concerns. He also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to encourage values-based action and present-moment awareness, supporting people who want to live in line with what matters to them. Client-centered principles guide the therapeutic relationship, ensuring the person's experience and goals shape the work together.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and the therapist emphasizes collaboration in that process. He works with each person to explore which methods feel most applicable to their goals and adjusts strategies over time, combining supportive listening with skill-building where appropriate.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to access therapy from varied locations and to continue work between sessions, while allowing therapists and clients to tailor contact frequency and format to what best supports progress.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and eating concerns along with related issues such as communication problems, forgiveness, and life purpose.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
The practice combines client-centered empathy with structured, skills-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and ACT to help people change unhelpful thoughts and build coping strategies.
How much experience does the therapist have?
The clinician brings 40 years of professional experience working with a range of complex life challenges and relationship issues.
What are the therapist's credentials and where do they practice?
John Jamieson holds the credential LCSW with licence FL LCSW SW1531 and practices in Florida.
Are services offered in languages other than English?
Sessions are provided in English; international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are accessed via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process for beginning therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

GriefEating disorders

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discrimination

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

40+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English