Prof. John Checkett , LCSW

Prof. John Checkett brings a wide-ranging academic background and clinical experience to his therapeutic work. He holds university degrees in communication arts and social work and earned a master’s degree in Women’s Studies - the first man in Florida to receive that particular degree - and he has taught Women's Studies at the university level. In addition, he is an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a professional license for social work practice.

He has provided emergency mental health screening and rapid assessments for urgent cases, and he has years of experience working in the prison system with inmates facing mental health difficulties. Those settings have shaped a practice characterized by careful listening and clear communication. He focuses on gender-related concerns, couples’ communication issues that often stem from misunderstandings, and matters connected to social justice.

His approach is integrative, drawing especially on cognitive behavioral therapy, Jungian therapy, and narrative therapy to support work on self-care, empowerment, self-image, self-esteem, and conflict resolution. He combines these methods to tailor interventions to each person’s needs and to help clients address the specific challenges they bring to therapy.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and support while clients lead the pace of their own exploration. This approach helps when someone wants to deepen self-understanding, build confidence, or work through interpersonal concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to problems like anxiety or low mood; it is practical and skill-oriented, often useful for addressing specific symptoms and day-to-day coping. Jungian Therapy explores personal meaning, dreams, and life narratives to uncover deeper themes in identity and relationships, which can be helpful for clients interested in self-exploration and resolving long-standing patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process, and Prof. John Checkett works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best suit their goals, needs, and preferences. He adjusts techniques over time so the work remains aligned with what the client hopes to achieve.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access therapy from home, and fit sessions into a busy life while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor treatment to individual needs.