As a licensed therapist in Tennessee with over four decades of professional experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My practice focuses on addressing depression, addiction, self-esteem issues, and helping clients navigate significant life changes.
I offer compassionate counseling for individuals struggling with communication problems, isolation, life purpose questions, and emotional healing from experiences like divorce, trauma, and family dynamics. My approach is particularly attuned to supporting older adults, first responders, and those facing challenging life circumstances such as illness, aging, and family transitions.
If you choose to draw from a Christian perspective, I provide a supportive environment where clients can explore personal growth, work through guilt and shame, and develop meaningful coping strategies. My goal is to help you find hope, restore emotional balance, and rediscover your inner strength during difficult times.
Professional experience
38 yrs in practice
AddictionsSelf esteem, MotivationDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Cancer, Codependency, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Sexual assault and abuse
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He's awesome and listens well. He offers great advice
Written on Apr 21, 2026 after therapy with John for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
He’s patient and knowledgeable
Written on Mar 09, 2026 after therapy with John for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Great therapist
Written on Dec 17, 2025 after therapy with John for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and coaching
Mr. Trainer was a helpful listener and offered practical advice. This is my first experience with therapy. Despite being hesitant at first, I quickly found it easy to share my issues with him as he ably related his personal experiences to mine. I would recommend Mr. Trainer to anyone that actively wants to improve their well-being.
Written on Oct 31, 2025 after therapy with John for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Very knowledgeable in his field! He attentively listens. Every session feels like you are talking with a friend and makes the interactions very comfortable.
Written on Jun 22, 2025 after therapy with John for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
John is great. He listens well. I trust his judgement
Written on Jun 15, 2025 after therapy with John for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Very well spoken and carries a sense of serenity with his tone. Isn’t afraid to draw from his personal life experiences to relate. He also does a good job at walking with you through the emotions rather than leading you. I felt heard in my session which was incredibly refreshing
Written on May 02, 2025 after therapy with John for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, compassion fatigue, and adhd
John’s great! Very wise advice from this dude. Do recommend, I feel heard and am more able to process through difficult life events
Written on Mar 28, 2025 after therapy with John for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Very personal and honest and faith based counselor. He quickly becomes your friend!
Written on Feb 25, 2025 after therapy with John for 4 months on issues concerning eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and coaching
Better help platform is great. My therapist is fantastic
Written on Feb 17, 2025 after therapy with John for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, anger management, and adhd
John is a great listener, empathetic, and encouraging. I enjoyed the one session we have had and I look forward to working with him more.
Written on Feb 15, 2025 after therapy with John for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very nice and great to work with.
Written on Jan 07, 2025 after therapy with John for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
John is great. He listens, processes, and provides educated, informed, and useful feedback and recommendations for complex situations. Very professional and personable too. Highly recommended!
Written on Aug 27, 2024 after therapy with John for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Mr Trainer has a kind spirit. He listened with concern. He spoke with kindness, with well thought out responses . The best thing he seamed like a real person that wants to help. I look forward to talking to him again. I’m sure you would too.
Written on Jul 26, 2024 after therapy with John for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I’ve had a wonderful experience with John and look forward to continue talking with him.
Written on Jul 19, 2024 after therapy with John for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and adhd
John is wonderful to work with. He has a calming presence in our sessions and exudes a calming and sensitive spirit while going through all of my concerns.
Written on Jul 17, 2024 after therapy with John for 8 months on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
This was the first time l have used a therapist and while it’s only been 2 sessions I can definitely see the benefits and look forward to continued building and therapy
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with John for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Very supportive and helpful. Listens to everything that I am saying. Tries to help me with strategies to navigate my situations.
Written on Oct 30, 2023 after therapy with John for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and compassion fatigue
John is very knowledgeable, and versatile with his approach to helping those around him. I have grown to count John among friends.
Written on Jul 06, 2023 after therapy with John for 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, and parenting issues
I highly recommend John if you are searching for a therapist who is compassionate, wise, and deeply listens.
Written on May 25, 2023 after therapy with John for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
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