John Catron, LMHC

John Catron is a licensed mental health counselor in Indiana with 21 years of experience. He helps people facing addictions, relationship strain, grief and loss, intimacy concerns, and major life changes. He aims to create a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about difficult thoughts and feelings.

He uses practical, evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness to help people manage unhelpful thinking and feel more present. He also draws on client-centered work to keep sessions grounded in each person's priorities. Motivational interviewing and trauma-focused ideas are available when readiness and past hurts are central to the work.

John has 14 years of experience supervising therapists and case managers, so he balances direct client work with mentoring newer clinicians. He has written books on addiction and meditation and integrates lessons from writing into sessions when helpful. This background informs a straightforward, experienced approach rather than clinical jargon.

Sessions focus on clear, doable steps that fit into daily life. He helps people set small goals, track progress, and adjust strategies based on what works. The tone is collaborative and respectful, aiming to reduce shame and build practical skills.

Starting therapy can feel hard, and John acknowledges that first step. He works to make the process approachable and to match methods to each person's needs, drawing on his long experience to guide the work forward.

How his approaches work in online sessions

John often uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and patterns. CBT focuses on practical skills and short-term goals, which can help with addictions, relationship problems, and coping with loss. Client-centered therapy is another frequent element; it emphasizes listening, empathy, and letting the person's priorities guide each session. That approach helps when someone needs space to make sense of their feelings.

Mindfulness techniques are used to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity to stress. These practices can be helpful for managing cravings, anxiety, and intense emotions. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences, and will adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging. Video calls let people work face-to-face when they prefer a more traditional session. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat and text-based messaging allow brief check-ins and written reflections that some people find easier to manage between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and keep momentum between meetings.