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John Backert, MS, LCPC, NCC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
✓ In-Office: Bel Air, MD
✓ Virtual Visits
Psychotherapy
- Individual Therapy
- Couples Therapy
- Rapid Access Care
Ages Served
- Adolescents (13-18)
- Adults (ages 18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- United Healthcare
To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.
About Me
Navigating through life’s complexities can often feel like being lost in a fog, and in today’s fast-paced society, stress can quickly become overwhelming. As a therapist with over a decade of experience in mental health across various levels, I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and teens discover and tap into their strengths, enabling a focused approach to enhance their mental well-being. My commitment extends to assisting clients in managing a range of emotional challenges including depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma.
I employ a diverse array of evidence-based therapeutic modalities tailored to the specific needs of each client. My toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness techniques. These approaches help clients develop coping strategies that promote resilience and personal growth. Additionally, my practice is enriched by my completion of Gottman Level 1 training, which equips me to support couples in navigating their relationships through improved communication and understanding.
Therapy, as I view it, is a journey of exploration and healing. I strive to create a safe and open environment where individuals, couples, and teens can freely express themselves and work towards achieving their therapeutic goals. My passion for mental health drives my practice, and I am motivated by the profound impact positive change can have on the lives of those I work with. Together, we will navigate the challenges of life, clearing the fog and moving towards a brighter, more fulfilling future.
Modalities
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotion-Focused Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Narrative Therapy
Special Experience Working With
- Chronic Illness / Terminal Illness Clients
- Faith-based Clients
- First Responder Clients
- Heterosexual / Straight
- LGBTQ+
- Survivors of Trauma
- Veterans
Areas of Expertise
- Anxiety Disorders
- Bipolar and Related Mood Disorders
- Depressive Disorders
- First Responders Care
- Grief / Loss
- Health Psychology / Medical Psychology
- Life Transitions
- Men Issues
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Personality Disorders
- PTSD / Complex Trauma
In crisis or need immediate help?
Call 988 or go to your nearest ER.
Services
Adolescent Psychotherapy
Adult Psychotherapy
Assessments & Evaluation
Child Psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy & Parent Coaching
Genetic Testing
Group Therapy
Medication Management
Play Therapy
Single-Session Therapy
Teletherapy
Orchard Mental Health Group
Accepted Insurance*
Aetna
Carefirst / Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Humana / Tricare
Johns Hopkins Health Plans
Medicaid
Medicare
Optum / UnitedHealthcare
*Varies by service
Partner Resources
Contact Us
M-F, 9am-5pm Eastern Time
Phone: 240-750-6467
Fax: 240-912-7835
contact@orchardmentalhealth.com
9707 Key West Avenue, Suite #100 Rockville, MD 20850













