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John Sabin, LISW
Ohio
Ohio LISW - anxiety and trauma
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- DBT skills
- EMDR approaches
About John
John Sabin is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 35 years of clinical experience. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. He describes his focus as helping people manage symptoms and improve how they relate to others.
He uses clear, problem-focused methods in sessions. That often means noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of responding. Sessions can include practical skills for managing strong emotions and steps to reduce avoidance and isolation.
John also addresses attachment and family of origin issues, abandonment concerns, and struggles with emptiness. He supports people facing chronic illness, chronic pain, and end-of-life or hospice concerns. Communication problems and fatherhood issues are also part of his work.
His clinical approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and EMDR. In practice this looks like identifying patterns, teaching behavioral skills, and using emotion-focused techniques to improve relationships and emotional regulation.
People can expect a structured, goal-oriented process that mixes practical exercises with space to talk through difficult memories and feelings. He often helps clients set small, achievable steps between sessions. Before a first appointment he asks clients to describe their main concerns and goals so sessions begin with a clear focus.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
John commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and change thoughts and behaviors that increase anxiety or depression. CBT sessions focus on specific goals, practical exercises, and short homework tasks that fit into everyday life.He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy for teaching emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills when emotions feel overwhelming. Client-Centered Therapy is used to focus on the client's priorities and to explore feelings at a manageable pace.
Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will review needs, goals, and preferences together and adjust methods over time. That discussion often happens in the first few meetings so sessions can focus on the most helpful techniques.
Session formats are not listed in his biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people practice skills in their everyday environments while keeping the session focused on clear, practical steps.
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. He also focuses on concerns like abandonment, attachment, body image, and chronic pain.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and test alternative responses. That often includes homework and practical exercises to change habits and reduce symptoms.
What is his professional background?
He has 35 years of experience as a clinical social worker and psychotherapist. His work has focused on trauma, dissociation, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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