John Clarke, LPCC, Clinical Director

OnlineSan Francisco
Written By John Clarke

Preferred pronouns: he/him

Areas of expertise:

  • Trauma

  • Addiction

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

Approach:

  • IFS

  • EMDR

  • Somatic Experiencing

  • CBT and ACT

“God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; the courage to change the things I can; and the wisdom to know the difference.”
— Reinhold Niebuhr
 

Who I help:

I work with adults dealing with trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression.

How I help:

As a therapist of 11+ years, I can help you break free from your painful past, connect with your authentic self, and find inner peace. I create a custom therapy for each client using a blend of therapies including EMDR, somatic experiencing, Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, CBT/ACT, hypnosis, and more. My style is warm, direct, and engaging. You can learn more about me and my approach on my personal therapy website.

What my clients say about working with me:

My clients would describe me as warm, engaging, funny, and real.

Off the clock:

In my free time, I enjoy playing the drums, training Muay Thai kickboxing, and surfing. I’m also a professional actor. I live in San Francisco in the Sunset with my wife (a certified executive coach in San Francisco) and daughter.

Education:

  • MA, EdS, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, James Madison University

  • BS, Psychology, James Madison University

Special Training:

  • IFS Stepping Stones Program: 4-Month Intensive, IFSCA

  • EMDR trained, EMDR Institute

  • Treating Complex PTSD with IFS - Transcending Trauma with Frank Anderson MD

  • Internal Family Systems Immersion: Integrating Internal Family Systems

    Across Clinical Applications with Richard Schwartz, PhD

  • Internal Family Systems Therapy: A Step-by-Step Guide Through Clinical Applications of the IFS Model with Frank Anderson, MD

  • Resolving Trauma in Psychotherapy: A Somatic Approach with Peter Levine, PhD

  • Clinical Hypnosis (Intermediate), American Society of Clinical Hypnosis

  • Interpersonal Process and Psychodynamics with Victor Yalom, PhD

  • CBT for Depression and Suicidality, Dr. Judith Beck, Beck Institute for CBT

  • CBT for Anxiety-Related Disorders Core II, Drs. Aaron and Judith Beck, Beck Institute for CBT

Licensure:

  • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), California #3668

  • National Certified Counselor (NCC) #815022

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