John Burkin (he/him)

We often judge ourselves using "measuring sticks" inherited from family or culture. Using evidence-based approaches, I help you examine these values and customs to distinguish between inherited beliefs and your autonomous self. By restructuring these internal standards, we work to build a self-esteem rooted in your actual goals and identity. This process allows you to replace self-criticism with a grounded, authentic sense of worth that reflects who you are today.

I utilize a specialized combination of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you break the cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsions. My approach is structured and "here-and-now" focused, providing you with active strategies to manage uncertainty and reduce anxiety. Together, we work to weaken the grip of OCD, allowing you to move toward your values and a life no longer dictated by repetitive rituals or fears.

I am 12-step informed and aligned, offering a supportive space for those working within traditional programs. However, I also honor the individual’s path toward self-guided change. I view recovery as a personal evolution rather than a one-size-fits-all process. Whether you are seeking total abstinence or a harm-reduction approach, I help you build the practical tools and emotional resilience necessary to sustain long-term change and reclaim your autonomy.

Solution-Focused therapy is my primary "future-focused" tool. It is based on the belief that you already possess the resources for change; my role is to help you co-construct a vivid picture of your preferred future. We don’t spend sessions dissecting the history of the problem. Instead, we hunt for the "exceptions"—the times when things are already going right—and do more of that. It is an efficient method designed to move you toward clear, achievable goals as quickly as possible.

My approach to DBT balances the "dialectical" need for both acceptance and change. It is an ideal framework for navigating intense emotions and high-stress transitions. We focus on four core pillars: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. I provide a grounded, skills-based environment where you can learn to validate your current reality while simultaneously building the practical skills needed to create a "life worth living."

I utilize CBT as a goal-oriented tool to identify the "cognitive traps" fueling your distress. Rather than getting lost in history, we focus on the here and now. Additionally, as a CBT-I trained clinician, I offer the gold-standard, non-medication treatment for chronic insomnia. We use evidence-based tools like stimulus control and sleep consolidation to "re-train" your brain for restorative sleep. Together, we replace unhelpful habits with realistic strategies for mind and body.

I utilize a specialized combination of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you break the cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsions. My approach is structured and "here-and-now" focused, providing you with active strategies to manage uncertainty and reduce anxiety. Together, we work to weaken the grip of OCD, allowing you to move toward your values and a life no longer dictated by repetitive rituals or fears.

We often judge ourselves using "measuring sticks" inherited from family or culture. Using evidence-based approaches, I help you examine these values and customs to distinguish between inherited beliefs and your autonomous self. By restructuring these internal standards, we work to build a self-esteem rooted in your actual goals and identity. This process allows you to replace self-criticism with a grounded, authentic sense of worth that reflects who you are today.

I utilize CBT as a goal-oriented tool to identify the "cognitive traps" fueling your distress. Rather than getting lost in history, we focus on the here and now. Additionally, as a CBT-I trained clinician, I offer the gold-standard, non-medication treatment for chronic insomnia. We use evidence-based tools like stimulus control and sleep consolidation to "re-train" your brain for restorative sleep. Together, we replace unhelpful habits with realistic strategies for mind and body.

My approach to DBT balances the "dialectical" need for both acceptance and change. It is an ideal framework for navigating intense emotions and high-stress transitions. We focus on four core pillars: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. I provide a grounded, skills-based environment where you can learn to validate your current reality while simultaneously building the practical skills needed to create a "life worth living."

Solution-Focused therapy is my primary "future-focused" tool. It is based on the belief that you already possess the resources for change; my role is to help you co-construct a vivid picture of your preferred future. We don’t spend sessions dissecting the history of the problem. Instead, we hunt for the "exceptions"—the times when things are already going right—and do more of that. It is an efficient method designed to move you toward clear, achievable goals as quickly as possible.

I use CBT as a highly structured, goal-oriented tool to help you identify the "cognitive traps" that fuel anxiety and emotional distress. Rather than getting lost in distant history, we focus on the interplay between your thoughts, feelings, and actions in the here and now. By testing these patterns as hypotheses, we work together to replace unhelpful habits with realistic, objective strategies. This approach empowers you to take an active, coaching-style role in your own progress.

My approach to DBT balances the "dialectical" need for both acceptance and change. It is an ideal framework for navigating intense emotions and high-stress transitions. We focus on four core pillars: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. I provide a grounded, skills-based environment where you can learn to validate your current reality while simultaneously building the practical skills needed to create a "life worth living."

Solution-Focused therapy is my primary "future-focused" tool. It is based on the belief that you already possess the resources for change; my role is to help you co-construct a vivid picture of your preferred future. We don’t spend sessions dissecting the history of the problem. Instead, we hunt for the "exceptions"—the times when things are already going right—and do more of that. It is a brief, efficient method designed to move you toward clear, achievable goals as quickly as possible.

I am 12-step informed and aligned, offering a supportive space for those working within traditional programs. However, I also honor the individual’s path toward self-guided change. I view recovery as a personal evolution rather than a one-size-fits-all process. Whether you are seeking total abstinence or a harm-reduction approach, I help you build the practical tools and emotional resilience necessary to sustain long-term change and reclaim your autonomy.

As a CBT-I trained clinician, I provide the gold-standard, non-medication treatment for chronic sleep issues. This is a short-term, highly structured program designed to "re-train" your brain and body for restorative sleep. We use evidence-based tools like stimulus control and sleep consolidation to break the cycle of nighttime frustration. By addressing the specific thoughts and behaviors that keep you awake, we work to restore your natural sleep drive and improve your quality of life.

Solution-Focused therapy is my primary "future-focused" tool. It is based on the belief that you already possess the resources for change; my role is to help you co-construct a vivid picture of your preferred future. We don’t spend sessions dissecting the history of the problem. Instead, we hunt for the "exceptions"—the times when things are already going right—and do more of that. It is an efficient method designed to move you toward clear, achievable goals as quickly as possible.