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John Rego

John Rego

LMFT

Therapist · California · 20+ years of experience

Practical, compassionate therapy for life’s obstacles

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  • 20 years experience
  • LMFT in California
  • Focus on relationships

About John

John Rego is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 20 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger, and relationship struggles. He offers calm, direct support for grief, life changes, addiction concerns, and self-esteem challenges. He approaches sessions with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

In sessions he focuses on clear conversation and practical steps. He tailors topics and goals to each person, so the work fits real life. John uses talk-based methods that help people spot patterns, make small changes, and try new ways of relating.

His approach draws from attachment-based ideas that look at how early bonds shape reactions today. He also uses client-centered and cognitive behavioral techniques to help people change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. These methods are used together to address problems like communication issues, codependency, and anger.

John has worked across many kinds of challenges over two decades. That includes grief, caregiving stress, family of origin issues, and struggles with substance use. He helps people sort through feelings like guilt, shame, and emptiness while building practical coping skills.

He encourages a collaborative process where the person sets the pace. Conversations are aimed at clearer choices, better boundaries, and improved day-to-day functioning. To begin, a short questionnaire and scheduling step are used to match needs and timing.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence current feelings and reactions. It helps people understand patterns in close relationships and reduce reactivity that fuels anger or distance.

Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's experience and pace. The therapist listens without judgment and helps clients clarify their values and goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It offers practical exercises to change unhelpful thinking and build new coping habits for anxiety, depression, and anger.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That process can include trying different techniques and adjusting the plan as progress is made.

For online therapy logistics, the biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into a work break, avoid travel time, or choose a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. Online sessions also make it easier to continue care through life changes without needing to be in the same office. Licensed professionals can adapt attachment, client-centered, and CBT tools to remote sessions to keep the focus on clear goals and real-world skills.

At a glance

Listed location
California
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
LMFT
Languages
English
License (California)
LMFT · No. 45003
NPI
1184757494

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

John works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, anger, grief, addictions, parenting strains, career stress, depression, and compassion fatigue.

How would you describe the therapy style?

The style is collaborative and straightforward. Sessions focus on clear conversation, practical steps, and tailoring the plan to each person's needs.

What kind of experience does the therapist have?

He has 20 years of professional work experience supporting people with life transitions, family issues, trauma, and mood concerns.

What are the therapist's credentials and location?

He is a LMFT, licensed in California.

Which languages are offered and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

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

How is cost handled?

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

How do I get started with this therapist?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's 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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