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John West

Therapist(he / him / his)
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi - I'm John, and I'm glad you're here. Maybe you know the heaviness of a loss. The inner critic that won't let up. Or that anxious tightness in your chest that greets you in the morning. Here’s what I believe: You’ve already got all the inner equipment you need to move towards healing. Towards your most authentic, hot mess of an eclectic Self. My goal is to accompany you on a journey - inside. I work with adults and couples seeking healthier ways to relate to themselves and others. I work with people who have been hit by life. Who are looking for a place to feel supported and witnessed when they’re in the thick of it.

My approach to therapy

My mission is to help clients undo that sense of aloneness and unworthiness that so often follows us through life. At Pivot Point Therapy, we’ll get to the heart of the matter. As a Level 2 trained IFS therapist, I’ll help you strengthen the muscle of self-compassion. We’ll develop skills to stay centered and present, even in the midst of emotional storms.

What you can expect from me

I am passionate about guiding clients on a healing journey. Imagine how it would feel to be more at peace in your own body. To let humor and play and creativity be allies on your path. To pivot flexibly. “You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” I look forward to connecting with you. Book a free consultation today from my Headway profile.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Holistic, Creative, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at California State University, Northridge
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California, Pennsylvania, Louisiana)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Cigna, Geisinger, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan, The Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Stress management, Anger management, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Humanistic, Somatic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma Focused CBT, Attachment Based, Relational, Experiential, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Locations
    937 South Saint Andrews Place Apt 3
    Los Angeles, CA 90019
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