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John Goddard, LPC

Pennsylvania LPC focused on family and addiction
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Family and parenting
  • Addiction support

About John Goddard

John Goddard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 15 years of professional experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, address addictions, and navigate family and parenting challenges, while also supporting growth in self-esteem and confidence.

He works with a broad range of concerns that often overlap, including blended family dynamics, chronic pain or illness, co-occurring conditions, communication problems, and the impacts of natural or human-caused disasters. John also brings experience addressing drug and alcohol addiction, eating and food-related issues, family of origin and fatherhood matters, first responder stress, guilt and shame, intellectual disability, isolation and loneliness, and questions about life purpose.

John approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. He customizes conversations and treatment plans to fit individual needs, recognizing that people come to therapy for different reasons and at different points in their lives. He aims to support and empower those taking the difficult first steps toward a more fulfilling life, offering practical guidance and collaborative problem solving along the way.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does John Goddard have?

John Goddard has 15 years of professional experience.

Is John Goddard a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LPC credential. License details are PA LPC PC018867.

In which languages does John Goddard provide therapy?

John Goddard provides therapy in English.

Where is John Goddard located?

He is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with John Goddard as my therapist?

You can work with John Goddard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does John Goddard work with international clients?

John Goddard does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with John Goddard cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Sessions Fit Your Needs?

Online therapy is a practical option for many people seeking help with common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions. For these kinds of issues, remote care is often as effective as traditional in-person sessions and can provide meaningful progress with consistent participation.

One major benefit is flexibility - individuals can connect in the way that suits them best, whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, to maintain continuity during life changes, or to access support when traveling is difficult.

Licensed professionals offer these remote formats, and therapists can be changed if someone feels a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, online therapy offers a convenient, practical path to getting started and staying engaged with care.

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