About John
Dr. John Cooley uses an evidence-based, flexible approach to help people navigate hard moments. He brings 32 years of clinical experience and an Illinois LCPC credential to his work.
He meets people where they are and focuses on practical steps that make day-to-day life easier. His sessions are straightforward and collaborative. He listens first, then helps clients set small, clear goals.
He emphasizes coping skills and problem-solving so people can manage stress, anxiety, mood shifts, and cravings more reliably.
Background and approach
Over three decades Dr. Cooley has worked in both outpatient and hospital settings. That breadth of experience informs how he adapts methods to each person's situation.
He has a background addressing depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, bipolar concerns, and grief. He also helps with relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting stress, family conflict, eating challenges, anger, and low self-esteem. His style is warm and validating, while still focusing on actionable changes that improve daily functioning.
Sessions are offered in English and Dr. Cooley accepts international clients. He uses a subscription model for sessions, which can be canceled at any time.
To begin, a prospective client completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules according to availability.
Evidence-based approaches for online care
Dr. Cooley draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying new behaviors; this can help with anxiety, depression, and anger by teaching specific skills to change patterns. Trauma-focused work addresses the effects of past harm by helping people process painful memories and develop coping strategies to reduce distress. A humanistic orientation emphasizes empathy and validation, helping clients feel heard while exploring goals and values for meaningful change.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, consider a person's goals and preferences, and adapt methods over time. This shared planning helps find what fits best rather than imposing a single method from the start.
Online sessions include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for in-depth conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is low or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging offer flexible, ongoing support between sessions and can fit into busy days. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while balancing work, family, and travel.
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What this counselor works with
Most often
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
Also listed
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Trauma and abuse
- Experience
- 32 years
- Licensed
- Illinois
- Languages
- English