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John Brennan

John Brennan, LMFT

Therapist in Florida

Practical, goal-focused family therapy

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Parenting issuesAnger managementADHD

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesCancerCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsFatherhood issuesJealousyMen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

  • Solution-focused
  • Motivational support
  • Internal parts work

About John

John Brennan is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in Florida. He draws on several years of work with children and families and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. His style is direct, respectful, and collaborative.

He helps people who are dealing with parenting challenges, relationship stress, anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, and trauma and abuse. He also addresses issues that come up around adoption and foster care, blended families, fatherhood, and young adult transitions. Sessions aim to produce noticeable progress early while still matching treatment to each person's needs.

John uses solution-focused methods to set clear goals and build momentum from the first meetings. He also draws on Motivational Interviewing to support commitment to change. Internal Family Systems is used to help people understand different inner parts that affect behavior and relationships.

His approach is interactive rather than lecture-based. He asks questions, listens closely, and works with each person to create a plan they can follow between sessions. He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and straightforward feedback.

John has experience assessing and working with children who have experienced abuse or neglect and with families involved in foster care. He communicates in English and accepts international clients who can work across time zones. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before booking.

How these approaches translate to online work

John commonly uses Solution-Focused Therapy to help people set concrete goals and take practical steps. This method emphasizes small, early changes and works well for issues like parenting stress, anger, and relationship communication.

He also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who feel stuck or uncertain about change. That approach centers on clarifying motivation and building commitment without pressure. Internal Family Systems is used to identify different inner parts that influence behavior and to develop more self-directed responses to stress and trauma.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before. Together they choose which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

The original biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm available session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and avoid travel. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches for remote conversations so that practical goal-setting and parts work continue between meetings.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he commonly address?

He works with parenting challenges, anger, ADHD, stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, depression, and trauma and abuse. He also addresses adoption, foster care, blended family issues, and fatherhood concerns.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His style is nonjudgmental and interactive. He focuses on setting goals and building momentum while tailoring conversations to each person's needs.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has four years of experience as an LMFT, plus earlier work assessing and diagnosing children who experienced abuse or neglect.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and practices in Florida.

Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients. Confirm time zone arrangements when scheduling.

What session formats are available?

The biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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