John Doleski, MD, LCSW-C

John Doleski is a clinical social worker licensed in Maryland who brings focused experience helping military members and their families navigate complex life challenges. He holds MD and LCSW-C credentials - MD denotes Doctor of Medicine and LCSW-C indicates a licensed clinical social worker - and has spent the past nine years working with active duty personnel across all branches in areas such as family advocacy, substance abuse, and psychotherapy.

He has supported individuals facing occupational stress, parenting difficulties, divorce, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ concerns, family conflict, domestic violence, and child welfare matters. His clinical practice draws on a range of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Interpersonal Therapy, and Problem Solving Therapy, tailoring interventions to the needs of each person.

John emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental approach, offering honest guidance within a supportive space. He focuses on practical strategies and collaborative work to help clients manage symptoms, improve relationships, and build resilience. He looks forward to working with clients who want thoughtful, goal-oriented care.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care Options

John Doleski uses well-established therapeutic methods to address a range of concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, helping with anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching practical coping skills. Cognitive Processing Therapy is a structured approach for people coping with trauma that helps process distressing memories and shift unhelpful beliefs about the event. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is a trauma-focused technique aimed at reducing the intensity of traumatic memories and the symptoms they cause.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. John works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, clarify goals, and select or adapt techniques that fit the client’s preferences and circumstances. This collaborative process helps ensure treatment aligns with what matters most to the client.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to fit regular sessions into daily life, maintain continuity of care during transitions, and access support from Maryland without commuting to an office.