What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“John is very easy to communicate with. He cares about helping people and knows how to provide solutions to our problems.”
More than 1 year ago
“the first therapist that actually makes me feel heard and like its ok to cry. the first one who actually helps me with solutions to my problems and emotional issues instead of just having me talk and expecting me to get better by talking.”
More than 1 year ago
About John Cothran
Focus areas
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Depression
Stress Management
Anxiety
Parenting Counseling
Suicidal Tendencies
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Self Esteem Issues
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Person-Centered
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know John Cothran
Change is stressful, and adolescence is a period of enormous change—especially these days with the pandemic, social media, gender politics, and looming concerns about the future. Many teens today feel overwhelmed by pressure. Struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harm, relationship problems, drugs, alcohol, and academic challenges is common. The National Institute of Mental Health reports that by 2021, 49.5% of adolescents in the U.S. had a mental disorder, with females, LGBTQIA, and multiracial individuals at the highest risk.
If you are a teen or the parent of a teen in pain and looking for a way forward, I can help. I earned my Master’s in Counseling from San Francisco State University and began work as a counseling psychotherapist in 1994. Since then, I’ve helped many adolescents, adults, couples, and parents ease their suffering and overcome problems such as these.
My effectiveness as a helper comes from
1) listening carefully to understand your concerns and experience;
2) non-judgmentally accepting you as you are;
3) knowing that you are the expert on yourself and planning treatment collaboratively with you to achieve your goals; and
4) providing the tools of skills training and coaching to empower you to heal and thrive.
For me, it’s all about knowing that my clients don’t need to be fixed. They need to be understood, accepted, provided with effective tools for solving their problems, and trusted to overcome their difficulties in a way that works for them—so they can feel better, function better, and begin living life as they choose. My approach is straightforward and built on compassion and evidence-based techniques.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Clients can expect to come away from therapy with hands-on tools to be able to utilize, as well as gain deeper insights into the roots of their behaviors or relational patterns. These insights will allow clients to make more healthy choices/decisions in their lives and relationships.
More information on payments and coverage
Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- San Francisco State University, Master's in Counseling
NPI number
1124798335
Patient reviews
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5.00
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John is very easy to communicate with. He cares about helping people and knows how to provide solutions to our problems.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
the first therapist that actually makes me feel heard and like its ok to cry. the first one who actually helps me with solutions to my problems and emotional issues instead of just having me talk and expecting me to get better by talking.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
How soon can I make an appointment with John Cothran?
Generally, John Cothran has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see John Cothran's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is John Cothran accepting new patients?
John Cothran generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see John Cothran's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does John Cothran accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with John Cothran online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with John Cothran using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does John Cothran work with?
John Cothran works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see John Cothran?
John Cothran frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for John Cothran on their profile.
What languages does John Cothran speak?
John Cothran speaks English.