John Clarke, LPCC
Preferred pronouns: he/him
Areas of expertise:
Trauma
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Approach:
IFS
EMDR
Somatic Experiencing
“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.”
**Please note: I am not currently accepting new clients**
Who I help:
I work with adults dealing with trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression.
How I help:
With 15+ years of experience, 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 (SE), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. My style is warm, direct, and engaging.
I’m the Clinical Director of Calm Again Counseling, a member of the IFS teaching staff at IFSCA, and the host of the weekly podcast Going Inside: Healing Trauma from the Inside Out. 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.
John is not accepting new clients at this time. Please email hello@calmagaincounseling.com to be added to his waitlist or visit our contact page to book a free consultation call with another counselor.
Education:
MA, EdS, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, James Madison University
BS, Psychology, James Madison University
Special Training:
IFS Level 1 - IFS Institute (in progress)
Somatic Experiencing Beginning I Training
IFS Stepping Stones Program: 4-Month Intensive, IFSCA
Intro to Creating IFS Healing Circles - Chris Burris
EMDR trained, EMDR Institute
Reiki Level 2 Practitioner
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