John Reardon, LCSW-C, LICSW

John Reardon is a licensed social worker practicing in Maryland. He holds LICSW in Rhode Island and LCSW-C in Maryland and brings four years of professional experience to his work. He believes people know their own stories and that therapy builds on existing strengths. Taking the first step toward change can feel hard, and he offers steady support during that process.

In sessions he listens for what matters most and helps clients set clear, manageable goals. He focuses on practical steps people can try between meetings. His work addresses a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, and relationship or intimacy-related issues.

He also supports people facing parenting strain, career questions, compassion fatigue, and life transitions. Additional attention is given to topics such as adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, codependency, and family of origin issues. He talks through feelings around gender dysphoria, guilt and shame, and issues linked to isolation or emptiness.

John aims to meet people where they are and move at a pace that feels right. He helps clients build skills for managing anger, bipolar-related challenges, and coping with life changes. The emphasis is on realistic, step-by-step progress rather than quick fixes.

Every plan is shaped by the person's goals and everyday life. John offers guidance while encouraging self-direction, so people leave sessions with things they can try between meetings.

Approaches that guide online work and recovery

John favors evidence-based techniques that focus on clear skills and real-life changes. One common approach he draws on helps people identify patterns that keep them stuck and practice alternative responses. This method is useful for anxiety, anger, and relationship concerns because it targets concrete behaviors and thinking habits.

Another approach emphasizes building strengths and setting small, achievable goals. It helps people recovering from addictions, coping with grief, or navigating life transitions by breaking larger challenges into manageable steps and tracking progress over time.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to match methods to their goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs. Together they check what is working and adjust the plan as therapy progresses.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people join from different locations while keeping focus on practical skills and recovery rather than adding extra steps to their day.