About

Hello, I am John Tompkins, with over 20 years of experience as a therapist (Licensed clinical social worker). Whether you are seeking therapy to overcome anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger, mood swings, low self-esteem, lack of motivation, career issues, stress, etc., I am here to assist you with the knowledge and skills to meet your goals. Problem-solving, making positive changes, and wise thinking can facilitate healthy behaviors and a fulfilling life. My approach My approach to therapy is to listen purposely and carefully in order to gain an understanding of the client's needs, concerns, and goals. After acquiring that understanding, I provide person-centered, solution-focused cognitive behavioral therapy to assist clients in meeting their goals. My focus I provide therapy for adults with mood disorders, major depression, bipolar d/o, anxiety disorders, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, life adjustments, grief, loss, trauma issues, stress, anger management, the stress in daily life, fear, worry, low self-esteem, lack of motivation, and other related disorders. My communication style I strive to keep an open, safe, confidential, and compassionate therapeutic relationship where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear and judgment. I believe clients should be treated with respect and sensitivity where their deepest concerns, disappointments, and pains may be shared. My communication may be characterized as active/purposeful listening and with insightful questioning to help clients gain insight and intrinsic motivation for positive change. My journey to therapy As a young man, I enjoyed observing human behavior. Becoming a therapist was a natural choice for me. Receiving a scholarship from the Rosalyn Carter Institute, I easily gained my education and completed internships to become a licensed therapist.