John DeCarlis , LISW, LSCSW

John DeCarlis is a licensed clinical social worker with more than two decades of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, addiction, relationship struggles, career transitions, trauma, and a range of other life challenges. He brings a direct yet approachable and interactive style to therapy, combining strengths-based work with acceptance and commitment, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused techniques to build practical skills and tailored treatment plans. His practice emphasizes helping clients accept what lies outside their control while committing to actions that bring greater meaning and quality to daily life.

DeCarlis has specialized experience supporting individuals coping with depression, panic and mood disorders, workplace and career issues, parenting and fatherhood concerns, and the complexities of intimacy and family dynamics. As a retired Army officer who previously provided therapy to post-deployment service members, he continues to work with veterans and others affected by military-related stress. He also addresses issues across the lifespan, including aging and end-of-life concerns.

He holds advanced clinical social work credentials - LISW and LSCSW - which indicate specialized training and authorization to provide clinical social work services. DeCarlis earned a master’s degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work and practices from Ohio, bringing 26 years of professional experience and a respectful, partnership-oriented approach to helping people develop new skills and find meaningful solutions.