John Catron, LMHC

John Catron is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Indiana with 21 years of professional experience. He focuses on helping people navigate addictions, relationship challenges, grief and loss, intimacy-related concerns, and the many adjustments that come with life changes. He aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can discuss difficult thoughts and feelings and begin to explore options for healing and growth.

For the past 14 years he has also supervised therapists and case managers, blending direct clinical work with mentoring newer clinicians. That combination informs his practice and helps him balance individualized client care with attention to best practices in treatment. In addition to clinical work, he is a writer who has authored books on addiction and meditation and has additional manuscripts in progress, drawing on those experiences to enrich his therapeutic perspective.

John Catron uses his background in addiction recovery, relationship work, and loss to support clients at different stages of change. He recognizes the courage it takes to begin therapy and affirms clients for taking that first step toward support and change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with John Catron

John Catron integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing into his online practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, collaborative relationship where the therapist listens closely and supports the client’s own goals and insights - it is often helpful for relationship concerns, intimacy issues, and emotional processing. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it can be effective for coping with addictions, managing grief-related symptoms, and addressing everyday stressors. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative, strengths-based method that helps people explore and resolve ambivalence about change - it is commonly used in addiction work and situations where building motivation is key.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. John Catron works with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences and tailors interventions accordingly so the plan fits each person’s circumstances and readiness for change. This collaborative stance guides decisions about techniques and pacing.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people with busy schedules or geographic constraints. Sessions can happen by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing ongoing contact, regular check-ins, and multiple ways to communicate with licensed professionals. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and adapt the format to what works best for each client.