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John Backert, MS, LCPC, NCC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

✓ In-Office: Bel Air, MD
✓ Virtual Visits

Psychotherapy

Ages Served

 

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

    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
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