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John Brennan

Therapist · Florida

John Brennan

LMFT

Solution-focused therapist guiding practical change

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Experience
4 years
Based in
Florida
Sessions
Online
Languages
English
  • Goal-oriented
  • Family-focused
  • Motivational

About John

John Brennan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Florida. He uses a direct, solution-focused approach to help people make practical changes quickly. His style is interactive and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on respect and compassion.

He has four years of clinical experience and a longer background assessing and diagnosing abused or neglected children, including those in foster care. That history informs how he understands family dynamics, parenting stress, and trauma-related concerns. He commonly addresses depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD, and adjustment difficulties.

Sessions are geared toward concrete steps that move people toward their goals. He personalizes conversations and treatment plans so work in therapy matches each person’s situation. Many people looking for faster, goal-oriented progress choose this kind of approach.

John also supports those navigating family transitions such as blended family issues, adoption and foster care concerns, and divorce and separation. He helps people talk through communication problems, commitment and relationship strain, and fatherhood issues.

His practice draws on methods like Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems to shape practical work in sessions. He aims to encourage and motivate people who are ready to put effort into change.

License and NPI on record

LMFT
Florida · MT2850

As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Parenting issuesAnger managementADHD

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Therapeutic approaches

Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

How these approaches shape online therapy

John uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and to strengthen commitment to practical steps. This approach works well for habit shifts, motivation around parenting goals, and managing anger or substance-related concerns.

Solution-Focused Therapy is about small, doable changes that add up. Sessions focus on immediate goals and on identifying what already works, so people can see forward movement quickly. Internal Family Systems looks at inner parts of a person and how they relate to each other, which can help with trauma responses, anxiety, and family role issues.

Finding the best approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then tailor techniques from these methods to fit those needs. That means early sessions often include goal-setting and checking what feels helpful.

Session logistics should fit daily life. Confirm the available session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Online work can save travel time, make scheduling easier around busy days, and allow shorter or more frequent check-ins when useful. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and conversations to the online setting so progress stays practical and focused.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist work with?

He helps people with parenting, anger, ADHD, stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, and depression. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, blended family issues, and divorce and separation.

How would you describe the therapy style?

The style is nonjudgmental and interactive with a solution-focused emphasis. Sessions aim to set practical goals and make progress early in the process.

What kind of experience does he bring?

He has four years of clinical experience as an LMFT and many additional years assessing and diagnosing abused or neglected children, including those in foster care.

Where is the therapist licensed and located?

He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in Florida and practices in that state.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options 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 get started with therapy?

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