Preston Johnson , LPC

Preston Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 16 years of experience in the mental health field. He trained in Psychology as an undergraduate and pursued graduate study in Community Counseling, developing practical skills for work in a variety of treatment settings. His clinical background includes inpatient and outpatient treatment, acute care facilities, K-12 school counseling, and adult counseling across diverse mental health programs.

Throughout his career he has offered both group and individual therapy for children and adults, addressing concerns such as self-esteem, stress, loss, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, anger, intimacy-related issues, parenting, career challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes. He draws on this broad experience to tailor support to each person he sees.

Preston describes his therapeutic approach as genuine and grounded in empathy, understanding, and concern. He uses tactful honesty, positivity, and sometimes humor as tools to help clients navigate difficult moments and pursue personal goals of healing and growth. As an LPC he is a licensed mental health professional trained to provide counseling and clinical support. He encourages those considering therapy to view the decision as a courageous investment in self-improvement and looks forward to supporting their journey toward greater wellbeing.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care

Preston Johnson draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques to support people online. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens deeply and helps clients explore their feelings and goals - this approach works well for issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress or anxiety and teaches practical skills to change those patterns - it is often used for depression, anxiety, anger, and coping with bipolar symptoms. Mindfulness therapy offers tools for grounding attention and reducing reactivity by learning present-moment awareness, which can help with stress management, trauma responses, and emotional regulation.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Preston will work with each person to determine which combination of strategies best matches their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to the individual rather than relying on a single method.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to access therapists when in-person visits are not practical. Many people find that remote sessions deliver effective, accessible support while allowing continuity of care across life changes.