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John Brennan

John Brennan

LMFT

Therapist · Florida · 4+ years of experience

Practical, goal-focused support for anger and family stress

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  • Solution-focused approach
  • LMFT in Florida
  • Works with parents

About John

John Brennan is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Florida. He brings four years of post-licensure experience to his work and focuses on practical solutions for everyday struggles. He aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where people can begin making changes quickly.

John commonly helps with anger, parenting challenges, anxiety, stress, depression, and ADHD. He also supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, relationship and family problems, and issues tied to adoption or foster care. He has additional experience addressing blended family dynamics, fatherhood concerns, communication problems, and commitment or jealousy issues.

His style is interactive and goal-oriented. He leans on solution-focused methods to try to identify steps that produce progress early in treatment. Conversations and plans are adapted to each person so sessions stay practical and relevant to daily life.

John also uses elements of Motivational Interviewing to support readiness for change, and Internal Family Systems ideas to help people understand inner conflicts. He emphasizes collaboration and clear next steps rather than long, open-ended discussions.

Clients can expect straightforward talk, encouragement, and concrete strategies to try between sessions. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before booking and use the site’s Start Therapy workflow to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an appointment.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Parenting issuesAnger managementADHD

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

How John’s Approaches Translate to Online Care

Motivational Interviewing focuses on supporting a person's own motivation to change by using curious, nonconfrontational questions and reflective listening. It can help when someone feels stuck or unsure about taking first steps toward different behavior.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying small, practical steps that move a person toward their goals. Sessions often highlight what is already working and build brief, doable actions to try between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. John collaborates with each person to choose or combine methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. He checks in about what helps and adjusts the plan together over time.

The biography does not list explicit session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. It also supports continuity of care for people who move between locations or who prefer meeting from different places. Ask about current session offerings when you schedule so arrangements match your routine and goals.

At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
LMFT
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LMFT · No. MT2850
NPI
1801015185

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does John help with?

He focuses on anger, parenting difficulties, ADHD, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and relationship or family issues. He also addresses adoption and foster care concerns and related family dynamics.

What is his therapy style like?

His style is nonjudgmental and interactive with a goal of making early progress. He uses solution-focused conversations and practical steps to keep work moving forward.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He holds four years of experience since licensure as an LMFT and has additional background working with children and families in related settings.

Where does he practice and what is his credential?

He is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in Florida. The credential listed is FL LMFT.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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