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John Kilgo

Therapist
11 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

John specializes in mental health counseling, with a particular focus on anxiety and depression. His professional training and personal growth have also led him to work extensively with couples, especially in the context of marriage and long-term relationships. He is passionate about helping individuals and couples find clarity, healing, and connection in the areas that matter most.

My approach to therapy

John’s approach to therapy begins with understanding the person behind the problem. He believes that symptoms like anxiety, depression, or relational conflict often stem from deeper emotional experiences that haven’t yet been fully recognized or understood. His work is centered on creating a safe, collaborative space where clients can explore those deeper layers at their own pace.

John values honesty, emotional insight, and a relational process—working with clients to make meaningful connections between their past experiences and present challenges. Whether working with individuals or couples, John helps clients uncover the patterns that shape their responses to life and relationships, so they can begin to move forward with greater freedom, clarity, and purpose.

He meets clients where they are, respects their unique stories, and avoids quick fixes or cookie-cutter solutions. Therapy with John is not about being told what to do—it’s about discovering what’s most true and most helpful for you.

What you can expect from me

Clients working with John can expect more than just short-term relief—they’ll begin to build long-term understanding and emotional growth. Through the process of therapy, clients often gain:

Clarity and Self-Awareness – A deeper understanding of their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, and how these are shaped by past experiences.

Improved Relationships – Tools to communicate more effectively, set healthy boundaries, and connect more meaningfully with others.

Emotional Resilience – The ability to face life’s challenges with greater confidence, patience, and self-compassion.

A Sense of Agency – Empowerment to make choices that reflect their values and lead to greater peace and fulfillment.

Support and Validation – A consistent, non-judgmental space where they are heard, understood, and respected.

Each session is part of a process—sometimes challenging, often eye-opening, and always centered on the client’s unique journey. While progress may look different for everyone, John is committed to walking alongside clients as they uncover what healing and growth can look like for them.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Man
  • My style is
    Participatory, Direct, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    11 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Walden University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (South Carolina)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Stress management, Anger management, Men's issues, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    156 Milestone Way Suite c
    Greenville, SC 29615