John Moore , LCPC, LPC

John Moore is a Virginia-based counselor with 40 years of clinical experience working with clients across the lifespan. He has practiced in a variety of settings, including outpatient clinics, inpatient units, residential programs, and hospital emergency services, which gives him a broad perspective on mental health needs and treatment options.

He holds LCPC and LPC credentials - these indicate licensure as a clinical professional counselor and as a professional counselor, respectively - and has helped people address concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship and family problems, addiction, anger, trauma and abuse, grief, and issues around intimacy, eating, and sleep. He also works with parenting and fatherhood issues, adoption and foster care challenges, attachment difficulties, caregiving stress, and a range of personality and behavioral concerns.

John typically draws on cognitive behavioral strategies, but adapts his approach to fit each person he meets, blending techniques from other modalities when appropriate. His manner is generally laid back and accepting, yet he will be direct when clarity or redirection is needed. He values appropriate use of humor and emphasizes that meaningful change takes courage, motivation, and action - and he offers steady support throughout that process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

John Moore integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy along with client-centered principles to guide his online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and commit to meaningful actions even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present - it is often used for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding relational patterns that develop from early bonds and helps repair or strengthen current relationships - it can be helpful for intimacy, family dynamics, and attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy places the person at the center of care, emphasizing empathy, nonjudgmental listening, and respect for the client's own goals and pace - this approach supports self-esteem, motivation, and collaborative goal-setting.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and John Moore works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time as progress and challenges emerge.

Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy or changing circumstances. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent support and practical strategies while fitting therapy into everyday life.