John-Henry Strong, LGPC

My Credentials and Background
I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor, holding a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Denison University. Prior to returning to graduate school to train as a therapist, I lived in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, and Denver working in corporate sales for a market research firm.

My Experience
In my field experience at Hopkins, I worked as a clinical intern at Hospice of The Chesapeake, conducting grief counseling for family members of the dying and deceased. Additionally, our counseling center partnered with the Anne Arundel County Mobile Crisis Team where I gained experience counseling members of the community who had experienced sudden loss through homicide, suicide, and fatal medical condition. Since 2017, on my own time, I have volunteered with Experience Camps, a grief camp for children who have lost parents, siblings, or primary caregivers.

My Counseling Philosophy
I tailor my practice to my client’s individual needs, believing that people can gain important insights and significantly improve their life skills with the support of a trusted counselor. I provide a safe and confidential space to allow people to identify negative thought patterns (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), experiment around changing behaviors (Gestalt Therapy, Motivational Interviewing), or to simply sit and share thoughts and decision-making processes with a judgment-free neutral third party (Person-Centered Therapy).

I specialize in grief counseling and have learned through direct experience that grief is experienced distinctly and differently by every individual. Contrary to common belief, I do not believe that grief occurs in an orderly process of “stages.” Rather, it comes in waves. As a grief counselor, I help clients process the powerful and often concerning emotions that can arrive so randomly and heavily after loss. Feelings such as anger or guilt are not only common, but indeed typical. I support clients as they navigate their reality of a whole new identity as widowed person, single parent, or other. With support, individuals can develop important coping skills to navigate this transition.

My Telehealth Link:
https://doxy.me/jstronglgpc