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Peace! I am Anwar Johnson a licensed professional counselor (LPC) from Philadelphia, PA; I am a graduate of Morehouse College (B.A.) and Howard University (M.Ed). I provide services from my own framework called Identity & Role Rehabilitation (IRR) which can be understood as a synthesis of Person-Centered Therapy (PCT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
Identity & Role Rehabilitation (IRR) is a unified field theory that explores the injunctions of economics, natural law, and human bondage as they relate to religious dogma and cosmological science. IRR accomplishes this through a critical historical analysis of the literal as well as existential subordination and universalization of the American “Negro”. Through the manifested and abstract realities of the American “Negro”, clients will engage in meaningful investigation of their own neurochemistry, logic, thought, speech, emotional response and perception across six domains including the self, home, work, school, community, and romantic life.
Professional experience
3yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Antisocial Personality, Attachment Issues, BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture, Blended Family Issues, Body Image, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Dependent Personality, Divorce and Separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation/Loneliness, Jealousy, Life Purpose, Men's Issues, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood Disorders, Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Post-traumatic Stress, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-Harm, Self-Love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking/Vaping Cessation, Social Anxiety and Phobia
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Anwar Johnson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Working with Anwar has been great! He really identified blocks I was having and hit the nail on the head every time! He explained things to me in a way that made it easier for me to process and be able to functionally work through problems. There are lessons or ideas he’ll share with me that have quickly integrated themselves into my everyday thinking to make it easier for me to process life in a healthier way!
Written on Apr 06, 2023 after therapy with Anwar for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and grief
hes amazing and supports you like no other . Thank you for everything
Written on Mar 22, 2023 after therapy with Anwar for 8 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Anwar has been an amazing therapist. He has help me begin to take responsibility for my life, without placing blame on myself or feeling bad about things that I can not change. He has been a blessing in my life and a sage guide through some of the toughest circumstances I've experienced.
Written on Mar 20, 2023 after therapy with Anwar for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and adhd
I love anwar!! he’s helped me so much and has watched me grow so much in this past year.
Written on Feb 27, 2023 after therapy with Anwar for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
Very informative and to the point which is what I need in a therapist. I felt I could open up and talk to him within minutes of our first session, so much was unpacked from the first session alone. I’ve had two sessions with him so far and I appreciate both and will continue to progress.
Written on Jan 19, 2023 after therapy with Anwar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Great therapist. I love talking to Anwar about a multitude of things, he’s very well versed in tough topics and I consider him a part of my support system.
Written on Dec 07, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 1 year on issues concerning addictions, sleeping disorders, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
He is really great and real is honest with me and helps me understand
Written on Dec 01, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Anwar’s Awesome
Written on Oct 31, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Anwar is an awesome therapist that helps you to provoke thoughts to get you answering questions focusing on yourself and what you would like to accomplish. He's really practical and down to earth and has a great energy.
Written on Oct 06, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues
Anwar has been a big help! His professional and personal experience makes him very relatable and easy to communicate with. Highly recommended!
Written on Aug 15, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Just started, so far so good!
Written on Aug 12, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Anwar is more than just my therapist, in a professional way, he has become my friend. I look forward to his input and feedback, it's so incredibly helpful and I deeply respect his insights.
Written on Aug 09, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
i find Anwar veryt helpful
Written on Aug 09, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management
Through my first month with him, Anwar has been amazing. Every session I come away with a gem and/or a different way of seeing things/thinking. He has been a tremendous help!!
Written on Jul 06, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and bipolar disorder
He’s funny, understanding, and patient. Never makes me feel bad for going off on tangents!
Written on Jun 12, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
After not going to therapy for almost 8 months Anwar made me very comfortable to open up again. He’s made me feel confident that we will have great work done together. He has this energy that makes it easy to talk to him. He’s so woke. I’m excited to work with him.
Written on May 30, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 4 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Anwar is extremely attentive, allows me to share my thoughts, and provides me with insight that is very helpful.
Written on May 26, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and adhd
Anwar Johnson has been the best therapist I’ve had. He is insightful and makes therapy feel like a helpful and insightful conversation instead of me being told
I have any disorders nd that I need help
I don’t know if I would’ve continued therapy if I didn’t get matched up with him
Written on Apr 23, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Anwar has been absolutely amazing thus far. I have had a short time in therapy but he has been so beneficial to my development. I love the confidence he has and he is also very compassionate. He is also a great listener and has great tips that have been really helpful.
Written on Apr 14, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
My first session with Anwar went very well. He was able to open me up to explore my own identity rather than reflecting on others within our first session. I am eager to continue therapy with him.
Written on Apr 11, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Great communication
Written on Mar 17, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Thank you for all that you do! I appreciate you!
Written on Mar 12, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I would say that Anwar is the best therapist I have ever had. He makes me think about things differently. I will continue with him for a while.
Written on Mar 11, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, anger management, and sleeping disorders
Anwar is awesome - he’s patient and thorough. *double thumbs up*
Written on Mar 10, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
I was honestly apprehensive at first, Anwar and I are from kinda two separate worlds, but speaking with him and working with him has been great. He challenges me, he is a great listener, he offers solid advice, and you can tell he really cares about the treatment.
Written on Mar 08, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very pleased with our first session, will continue.
Written on Mar 07, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management
I have complete confidence in Anwar Johnson's abilities as a Therapist! He is an attentive listener, asks very good questions and doesn't waste time addressing points of concern. He seems genuinely interested in helping me address what motivated me to seek therapy! I've recommended BetterHelp to a couple of people who want to overcome their own personal challenges!
Written on Mar 06, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
Anwar Johnson is very honest with you, he likes to keep the relationship more of a friend relationship so this way you can understand each other better. He lets you vent, and share any experiences so he can narrow down and find a solution for you.
Written on Feb 28, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
First time I talk to Anwar was so real and understands pain and starts you were u want to work no presser. He listens and truly cares.
Written on Feb 24, 2022 after therapy with Anwar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He’s awesome
Written on Dec 21, 2021 after therapy with Anwar for 3 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
My experience in therapy with Mr. Johnson has reignited my excitement for life and has allowed me to reconnect with my true self. Our sessions have given me the perspective and guidance I needed to be able to continue on my healing journey. I love that Mr. Johnson is relatable and really understood some of the things I was going through. With his help, I feel like a weight has been lifted off of my chest.
Written on Nov 16, 2021 after therapy with Anwar for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
I' have only had one session so far and in that one session I got a lot of great feedback. He was super easy to talk to and It felt like I was talking to an old friend I knew for years. He listens and also give you different perspectives Highly recommend Anwar!!
Written on Nov 15, 2021 after therapy with Anwar for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Anwar is so supportive and he always has the questions that help me move forward using my own reasoning. It makes me feel good that I have the support to be better.
Written on Nov 10, 2021 after therapy with Anwar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
I’ve only had a couple sessions with Anwar but so far everything has been great and I am enjoying every session and feeling better. He listens to me and has helped me become more aware to things and I just appreciate everything so far and can’t wait for more and better help. Thank you so much Anwar
Written on Nov 09, 2021 after therapy with Anwar for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, anger management, and grief
I was extremely skeptical of most situations in regards to telehealth, but Anwar has humanized me, and himself, even through the phone conversations. He is knowledgeable and can help maneuver through situations that I may have seen or heard but was unable to see myself. He respects me as a professional and as a person and I appreciate it immensely
Written on Nov 03, 2021 after therapy with Anwar for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
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