John Bates, LPC
Narrative-focused counselor helping with anxiety
Details
| Name | John Bates |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LPC |
| Based in | South Carolina |
| Licensed in | South Carolina |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 4 |
About John
John Bates is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in South Carolina who takes a straightforward, story-centered approach to therapy. He focuses on helping people manage stress, reduce anxiety, and address addictions while building confidence and motivation. John writes plainly and listens closely to learn what matters most to each person.
He sees people who want practical ways to manage anger and panic, improve self-esteem, or navigate career and workplace issues.
Background and approach
He also supports those dealing with isolation, guilt, control struggles, and questions about life purpose. Work in sessions looks like talking through current problems and noticing patterns that keep those problems going. John uses Narrative Therapy to help people reframe their personal stories and separate themselves from the problems they face.
He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. Together these approaches help people find clearer choices and feel more in control of daily challenges. With four years of professional experience, John aims for practical steps that fit day-to-day life.
Sessions tend to focus on short, doable strategies alongside deeper reflection on personal values and goals. He invites clients to try small changes between meetings and to report back on what worked. People work with him in English and international clients are accepted.
He encourages anyone feeling stuck to take a first step and see if this way of working feels helpful.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Anger management among the things John works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Abandonment
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by John among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask John directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking John directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How Narrative and CBT work in online sessions
John uses Narrative Therapy to help people separate themselves from the problems they face by re-telling and re-framing personal stories. This can make painful patterns feel less defining and open up new options for action. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and manage anger or addictions.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. John will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide whether to focus on story work, practical skill building, or a mix of both, and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and messaging allow quick updates and ongoing reflection between sessions. These options help people fit therapy into work, caregiving, or travel schedules while keeping the work focused on real-life changes.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of concerns does John address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and career or workplace issues. Additional areas include panic attacks, social anxiety, loneliness, and struggles with guilt or control.
How would you describe his therapy style?
John blends Narrative Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He focuses on personal stories and on spotting thoughts and behaviors that can be changed.
What is his professional background?
He has four years of professional experience working with the concerns listed and uses practical steps alongside reflective discussion.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an SC LPC credential and practices from South Carolina.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
John meets over video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different preferences.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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