John Cook - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

40 years experience

About John Cook

I am licensed in Alaska with 40 years of professional work experience, both working with individuals and families myself and training and supervising other clinicians. In addition to my Social Work license, I have clinical supervision credentials in the state of Alaska and the national Master Addiction Counselir credential. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, & intimacy related issues. I also have experience working with depression and chronic mental health concerns.. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Licenses

LCSW

CSWS381

Professional experience

Addictions
Depression
Intimacy-related issues
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Abandonment
Attachment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Internal Family Systems
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

7 Reviews

“He is awesome!”

“John held me accountable.”

“He’s been amazing! I feel very comfortable talking with him about things going on in my life. He listens and responds in ways that make you think but you never feel judged. I’m looking forward to more sessions.”

“I like him he is very up front if thats what you need/ want and seems to listen about whats going on. Very open and understanding I will be getting to know him better as time goes on highly recommend”

“He really listens and gives honest feedback and helps us with solutions and understanding each other.”

“John can address difficult issues in a manner that makes us feel safe talking about them.”

“John has been an amazing help! He listens to my problems and gives me things to work on, strongly recommend!”

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