John Daughtrey
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Maryland therapists accepting new clients
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About John
My journey to help others lead their best lives started over 15 years ago. I have worked to help children, youth, and adults offering them a range of therapy services to guide them through life’s challenges and most trying times. Life can get difficult, and sometimes a little help from a professional Psychotherapist can make things better. I care about your well-being and provide you all the tools you need in order to seize the day and learn how to tackle even the most traumatic circumstances.
I use a blend of brain and body based therapies. My primary modality is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy), based on the Adaptive Information Processing model. Neuroscience and studies on Neuroplasticity are bearing out that the mind can heal itself. Old pathways and negative memories can be updated with new adaptive information. EMDR uses eye movements and other forms of physical tapping and Bi-Lateral stimulation to help the brain process old stuck memories and trauma. Not just for Big Trauma’s like car accidents, it can help with many issues from the past, present and perceived future concerns including PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety and more specific issues such as religious abuse, shame, guilt and pain management.
What John helps with
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- LGBT
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
How John works
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “John is great, he is down to earth and is knowledgeable and makes connections that I am just not aware of, each time we meet am just always learning something new and am feeling better.”
- “John has been a great asset in my journey of self introspection and anger issue improvement. He listens and hears all I say and offers guidance and reassurance just when Needed. This journey is not over, but I am in a much better place with some tools to deal with life’s challenges.”
- “John is an amazing therapist! Very knowledgable, empathetic and a great listener. :)”
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- “John is a great listener and calming presence. I have been hesitant to get help for years and I'm so glad I finally did. He's helpful, understands my concerns and is patient in his guidance of helping me through. I'm grateful to not only him but better help.”
- “Working with John has been great. I especially like that he is not only a good listener but also offers many of his own thoughts and constructive actionable suggestions.”
- “John has helped so much with my anxiety since I started. Our sessions are helping me pinpoint the source of my anxiety and give me coping strategies for them. He is kind-hearted, honest, and knowledgeable and I look forward to our sessions.”
- “punctual, attentive, knowledgeable and supportive.”
- “John is very waem, kind, understanding and a great listener. I find his insight very helpful and hia knowledge on trauma healing very impressive”
- “I have never had a counselor before who just seemed to genuinely enjoy getting to know me. I expect he has an innate curiosity about people about people and an affection and empathy for all types of issues no matter how small. The value of this type of connection, especially during this pandemic time, is priceless. Muchas gracias counselor Daughtrey.”
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