I provide psychotherapy for adults working from a client-centered perspective that is integrative, collaborative, and recovery-based (i.e., incorporates client's strengths as opposed to solely focusing on negatives or pathology). This provides a safe space for clients to feel heard, understood, and respected. I am a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist and have extensive training and experience in working with clients with a trauma informed approach. I incorporate a recovery approach grounded in the 12-Steps for both addition recovery and ACOA/Al-Anon. I am also an expert in working with gay, lesbian, bisexual, and same sex attracted clients, and the unique psychological issues present in the community. I have been in practice since 1996 and I have worked with individuals in ages ranging from 18 to 85 years old. I support clients in building positive communication, fostering meaningful relationships, practicing appropriate social skills, utilizing healthy coping strategies, and to establish and maintain healthy boundaries within a culturally sensitive approach in order to generate lasting interpersonal change. I treat everyone with respect and warmth. I work to ensure that our sessions will be tailored to your needs and goals. I’m available for online therapy sessions with individuals anywhere in the states of Virginia and New Mexico. I graduated from Medical College of Virginia in 1994. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, L.P.C. #701002755 Licensed as a Substance Abuse Treatment Provider (L.S.A.T.P.) #718000055. in the State of Virginia. Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor L.P.C.C. #0169391, Licensed Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor L.A.D.A.C. #0169401 in New Mexico.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Aging and geriatric issues, First responder issues, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sexual assault and abuse
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NM LPCC CCMH0169391
VA LPC 0701002755
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I was hesitant to admit I needed therapy and sought betterhelp as a means to attend therapy in a manner that would fit my busy personal and professional life.
John has been most accommodating in both respects. We worked for a while fleshing out what I needed to get out of therapy and what we could address. He's patient when I faulter, supports and encourages my progress. His reinforcements of my own thoughts and feelings and gentle guidance where I can make adjustments to both of those have been exactly what I need in a therapist. Someone to reaffirm that a lot of my feelings are valid, but also to help me understand why I have them and what to do with them.
John is extremely flexible with scheduling and ensures we meet as regularly as I need. I've had to reschedule several times due to conflicts on my end and he always finds a way to accomodate these changes. Our discussions are very productive. We primarily video chat as its the fastest way to share ideas, but occasionally when I think of something I'll just send him a message and he responds in due time there as well.
Written on Aug 04, 2024 after therapy with John Penn for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and adhd
John Penn Turner is the acme of therapists. I am so fortunate to have him and to see him and to converse therapeutically every week. My mental health has more greatly benefited than I can say, from his work with me. I wish everyone could have him as their therapist, and I know that he would do superlative therapy.
Written on May 15, 2024 after therapy with John Penn for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
I’ve been working with John for a month now, and it’s been immensely helpful. His approach to my history and his plan eases a lot of my worries about the changes I want to make. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone who has a lot of grief to sort out.
Written on Jul 01, 2022 after therapy with John Penn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd