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- Stress and anxiety
- Drug and alcohol
- Bipolar and mood
About John
LICSW in Minnesota with 3 years of experience, John Madson helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, mood concerns, and identity-related issues. He focuses on practical steps people can use right away. John uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and works directly with each person's current problems.
John supports people coping with addictions, including drug and alcohol concerns, and with challenges related to bipolar disorder. He also addresses depression, trauma and abuse, grief, eating concerns, anger, low self-esteem, and major life changes. Additional areas he attends to include HIV/AIDS related issues, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, paranoia, and social anxiety or phobia.
Sessions emphasize clear conversation about thoughts and feelings. John aims to reduce judgment and make it straightforward to talk about difficult topics. He focuses on concrete strategies and coping skills that people can try between sessions.
He approaches work in a direct, practical way and encourages people to take small steps toward manageable change. John draws on approaches described as evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide treatment choices and monitor progress.
People who reach out complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are not accepted.
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Approaches used in remote sessions
John uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work. That phrase indicates use of methods grounded in research, focused on skills, behavior, and thought patterns to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. These approaches are practical and aim to teach coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and addiction related challenges.Within sessions he focuses on clear conversation about current problems and on testing small, manageable changes between meetings. The therapist and client collaborate to decide which therapeutic tools make the most sense for goals, whether the emphasis is on mood regulation, reducing substance use, or managing social anxiety. Finding the right combination is part of the process and will be adjusted over time.
Specific session formats are not stated in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, avoid travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also allow people to continue care from different locations within the same region when that matches licensing rules for licensed professionals.
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Areas of expertise
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma, grief, eating concerns, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include drug and alcohol addiction, guilt and shame, HIV/AIDS, isolation, paranoia, and social anxiety or phobia.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and keeps sessions practical. Conversations emphasize clear discussion of thoughts and feelings and actionable coping skills.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional work experience as a clinician. That experience has included supporting people with addiction and mood-related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW, licensed in Minnesota. His practice is located in Minnesota.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. The subscription determines the session billing.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That starts the intake and scheduling process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.