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John Lee

LICSW

John Lee , LICSW

Therapist in Massachusetts

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About John

John Lee is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who invites individuals to explore and express their feelings while working toward meaningful change in the present and hope for lasting progress over time. He honors the courage it takes to read biographies and choose a therapist, and he places high regard and respect on each person who seeks support. John emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered process that validates individual experience and builds toward practical steps for improvement.

With nearly 20 years of professional experience across diverse settings and populations, John cultivates trust and rapport as the foundation for therapy. He is known for a calm, conversational approach that helps people feel seen and heard while they work through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family challenges, trauma, addiction, grief, and other life transitions. Former clients have noted his collaborative and unassuming style, and he aims to create an environment where difficult emotions can be named and understood.

John approaches each case with gentle curiosity, tailoring interventions to the person in front of him and drawing on established clinical methods to support coping, resilience, and clearer direction. He views therapy as a partnership and considers it an honor to sit alongside someone as they identify goals and take steps toward change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

John Lee draws from approaches that emphasize values, relationships, and the individual’s own goals. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then focus on actions that align with personal values - useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relational patterns shape emotional responses and relationships, which can be helpful for attachment issues, relationship conflicts, and family concerns. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client’s perspective, offering a respectful, nonjudgmental space that fosters self-understanding and internal motivation for change, often benefiting those facing stress, self-esteem issues, or recovery from loss.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. John works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit best given their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques over time as progress unfolds. This partnership helps tailor practical strategies that feel relevant and sustainable.

Online therapy with John is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving flexibility to meet during busy schedules, manage accessibility needs, or maintain continuity when circumstances change. These options allow licensed professionals to provide consistent therapeutic support while accommodating different communication styles and logistical needs.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does John Lee have?

John Lee has 22 years of experience.

Is John Lee a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. License details are MA LICSW 120538.

In which languages does John Lee provide therapy?

John Lee provides therapy in English.

Where is John Lee located?

John Lee is located in Massachusetts.

How can I work with John Lee as my therapist?

You can work with John Lee through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does John Lee work with international clients?

Yes, John Lee works with international clients.

How much does therapy with John Lee cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Prospective clients can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with their therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Licensed

Massachusetts

Languages

English

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