John Fleming (he/him/his)

- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). - Skilled in evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, CPT, and PE. - Experienced with both single-event and complex trauma, including developmental and attachment-based issues.

- Member of the LGBTQ+ community. - Extensive experience providing therapy for sexual and gender minority individuals, including identity exploration and affirmation. - Skilled in supporting those living with or affected by HIV. - Sex-positive, kink-friendly, and deeply committed to accepting you as you are.

- Familiar with both 12 Step and alternative recovery paths. - Belief that a dialectical approach can avoid the traps that both rigid abstinence and simple harm reduction can pose. - Meeting you wherever you are in your recovery and helping you build long-term resilience, with compassion and accountability. - Lived experience from multiple vantage points—my own recovery, supporting loved ones, and years of professional experience.

I blend multiple cognitive-behavioral methods—traditional CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I lean on ACT concepts because they align with my worldview, emphasizing mindfulness and values-driven action. I also integrate DBT skills when needed to boost emotional regulation and reinforce more effective coping strategies.

I take a person-centered approach grounded in genuine empathy, respect, and a core belief in your capacity for growth. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences, reflect on what matters most, and discover insights at your own pace. Together, we’ll collaborate to foster self-awareness and meaningful change.

I’m fully trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) through an EMDRIA-approved program, having completed the required consultation hours. My training included practicing EMDR in a virtual setting, so I can help you safely process trauma and distressing experiences remotely, tailoring each session to your comfort level.

I take a person-centered approach grounded in genuine empathy, respect, and a core belief in your capacity for growth. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences, reflect on what matters most, and discover insights at your own pace. Together, we'll collaborate to foster self-awareness and meaningful change.

I blend multiple cognitive-behavioral methods--traditional CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I lean on ACT concepts heavily because they align with my worldview, emphasizing mindfulness and values-driven action. I also integrate DBT skills when needed to boost emotional regulation and reinforce more effective coping strategies.

I'm fully trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) through an EMDRIA-approved program, including the required consultation hours and practicing EMDR in telehealth sessions and I can help you safely process trauma and distressing experiences remotely. I will not, however, ever push you to talk or think about trauma. Trauma work will always only be at your pace, when you are comfortable and willing.