John Horner, LPC

Virginia · 6 years in practice

John Horner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia who centers therapy on meaning and personal choice.

License and registration

LPC, Virginia: 0701008931 · expires June 2026
NPI: 1194359430 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 6
Languages: English

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About John

John Horner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia who centers therapy on meaning and personal choice. He draws on existential ideas to help people facing anxiety, depression, mood swings, and big life changes. He uses straightforward language and a respectful, compassionate manner in sessions.

He blends several approaches to match what each person needs. Client-centered therapy guides conversations so the client’s goals lead the work. Cognitive behavioral techniques address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with practical tools.

Background and approach

John has six years of professional experience helping people manage stress, anger, panic, and symptoms of bipolar disorder. He also focuses on issues like attachment, communication, forgiveness, impulsivity, and questions about life purpose. Sessions often include skill-building and focused talk about day-to-day challenges.

People who come to him for support can expect a tailored plan rather than a one-size-fits-all method. He aims to empower clients to make choices that fit their values and needs. The tone of sessions is direct but compassionate, with attention to tangible steps between meetings.

John offers sessions in English and works remotely with a range of session formats. He emphasizes steady progress and practical coping strategies while also addressing deeper questions about meaning and identity. If someone wants help sorting through difficult emotions and making changes, he helps them map out realistic next steps.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches John names

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Online support

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Existential Therapy helps people examine values, meaning, and the choices they make in life. It involves open conversation about purpose and responsibility and can be useful when someone feels stuck or unsure of next steps. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s experience and uses empathic listening to help people find their own solutions and a clearer sense of direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors with practical exercises and coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and panic.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your goals and try different ways of working until something fits. Together you set aims for therapy and adjust techniques based on what helps you make progress.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video allows face-to-face conversation and more visual feedback, while phone sessions can be shorter check-ins or work better when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or text messaging can fit into busy schedules and let someone message between sessions for brief updates or support. These options give flexibility to fit therapy into day-to-day life.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does John help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, anger, and coping with life changes. He also addresses panic, social anxiety, mood disorders, paranoia, and trauma-related concerns.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses an existential outlook combined with client-centered conversation and practical cognitive-behavioral tools. Sessions are collaborative and focused on choices, meaning, and concrete skills.

What is his background and experience?

He holds a Licensed Professional Counselor credential and has six years of professional work experience supporting people with mood and anxiety concerns.

Where is he licensed and based?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Virginia and practices from that location.

Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions can be booked as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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