John Weaver, LCSW — Therapist in Alaska

Hi there, I'm John!

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly 20 years of experience in behavioral health, supporting individuals through trauma, anxiety, depression, and major life challenges. I create a safe, respectful, and compassionate space, especially for those who have felt marginalized.

My focus

I work with individuals facing trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, ADHD, grief, substance use, or stressors. I create a safe space to explore experiences, build coping skills, and foster resilience, helping you move toward lasting change aligned with your values.

My approach

My style is collaborative and personalized. I tailor therapy to your needs, goals, and pace, using evidence-based approaches to build emotional awareness, process difficult experiences, and strengthen coping skills, helping you feel grounded, confident, and empowered.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, genuine, and gentle. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported. Working with me is collaborative and compassionate, helping you explore your experiences at a pace that feels comfortable.

My journey to mental healthcare

I began my career supporting children and families impacted by abuse and neglect, shaping my commitment to a calm, nurturing, and nonjudgmental space. I’ve since worked with diverse communities and complex challenges, always honoring each person’s story.

My goals for you

I approach goal-setting collaboratively, using evidence-based methods to set short-, medium-, and long-term goals. I provide encouragement, adjust goals as needed, and help clients process challenges with a strength-based perspective, focusing on building skills and learning from experiences.

Our first session

In our first session, we’ll get to know each other, build trust, and explore what brought you to therapy. We’ll review your history, discuss your goals, and I’ll share tools to manage stress and emotions. You can ask questions anytime, and we’ll move at a pace that feels safe for you.

I identify as...

Male
Caucasian or White
Non-denominational

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

EMDR

Attachment-based

Behavioral Activation

Brainspotting

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 9 more

Focus populations

Educators

LGBTQIA+

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

+ 4 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

+ 50 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from University of Alaska.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

John Weaver