Prof. John Checkett , LCSW

Prof. John Checkett helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship or intimacy-related concerns. He also supports those dealing with trauma, parenting strain, caregiver stress, body image worries, and issues tied to gender and sexuality. John’s background includes work with people in crisis and in correctional settings, and he brings that practical experience into sessions.

John holds a Master of Social Work and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW. He also completed graduate work in Women’s Studies and has taught at the university level. Over 11 years he has used those classroom and frontline experiences to shape his approach to therapy.

In sessions he listens closely and focuses on clear, practical steps. He mixes conversational, client-centered work with cognitive-behavioral tools. He pays attention to personal stories and how those stories shape current problems.

Clients can expect direct but respectful conversation aimed at solving specific problems. John often uses narrative and Jungian perspectives to help people make sense of recurring patterns and identity questions. He emphasizes self-care, self-esteem, and building healthier communication skills.

People seeking help for women’s issues will find John familiar with those topics from his academic background. He also addresses a wide range of concerns such as ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, compassion fatigue, and career or life-purpose questions. His style is practical, grounded, and attentive to each person’s story.

Approaches that guide online work and healing

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person in front of him. It emphasizes empathy, accepting the client’s experience, and working at the client’s pace to set goals and solve problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts affect feelings and behavior and uses practical exercises to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns.

Choosing the right approach is something to do together. John will discuss symptom patterns, goals, and preferences and then tailor sessions using one or more methods. That collaborative process helps identify which strategies fit best for issues like relationship communication, stress, or identity questions.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and guided exercises, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat works for quick check-ins, and text messaging supports shorter updates or ongoing coaching between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, parenting, and other busy schedules while keeping the focus on progress and usable skills.