John MacDonald, LPC
Experienced New Jersey LPC for stress and trauma
- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and trauma
- Relationship and family
About John MacDonald
John MacDonald is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey with 11 years of clinical experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, address addictions, process trauma and abuse, and build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. He also works with depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, sleep difficulties, career questions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other life challenges, offering practical strategies and emotional support tailored to each person.
He emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely. Drawing on his background teaching addictions counseling as an Adjunct Graduate Professor of Psychology, he combines clinical knowledge with real-world experience to guide clients through recovery and personal growth. His approach blends evidence-based methods with attention to each person's values and goals.
MacDonald’s professional contributions include recognition in the 75th Edition of Marquis Who's Who in America, a past presidency of the New Jersey Mental Health Counselors Association, and service as the Ethics Chair of the New Jersey Counseling Association. He encourages those taking the first step toward therapy to acknowledge their courage and views that decision as a meaningful beginning on the path to a more fulfilling life.
He emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely. Drawing on his background teaching addictions counseling as an Adjunct Graduate Professor of Psychology, he combines clinical knowledge with real-world experience to guide clients through recovery and personal growth. His approach blends evidence-based methods with attention to each person's values and goals.
MacDonald’s professional contributions include recognition in the 75th Edition of Marquis Who's Who in America, a past presidency of the New Jersey Mental Health Counselors Association, and service as the Ethics Chair of the New Jersey Counseling Association. He encourages those taking the first step toward therapy to acknowledge their courage and views that decision as a meaningful beginning on the path to a more fulfilling life.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does John MacDonald have?
John MacDonald has 11 years of professional experience.
Is John MacDonald a licensed therapist?
Yes. John MacDonald holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: NJ LPC 37PC00792000.
In which languages does John MacDonald provide therapy?
John MacDonald provides therapy in English.
Where is John MacDonald located?
John MacDonald is located in New Jersey.
How can I work with John MacDonald as my therapist?
You can work with John MacDonald through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does John MacDonald work with international clients?
John MacDonald does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with John MacDonald cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
John MacDonald draws on several practical approaches to guide online work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration - the therapist follows the client's lead, helps clarify personal values, and supports self-directed growth, which can be useful for issues like low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and coping skills development. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps people process traumatic memories by combining focused attention with structured bilateral stimulation, and it can be effective for trauma and abuse recovery.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and tailor therapeutic methods over time so treatment fits the individual's situation.
Online therapy offers flexible options that fit varied schedules and lifestyles. Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals and maintain momentum between sessions while adapting to practical constraints and personal comfort.