What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“John is a good listener who makes me feel safe to share my thoughts and feelings without judgment. He is compassionate, and doesn't tell me what I want to hear, but what I need to. He is helping me to develop healthier ways of coping and behaving.”
More than 1 year ago
About John Dosta
Focus areas
Alcoholism
Divorce Counseling
Relationship Struggles
Anxiety
Men's Mental Health Issues
Self Esteem Issues
Depression
Parenting Counseling
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Couples
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Coaching
Psychodynamic
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Trauma Focused
Person-Centered
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx, White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know John Dosta
Hi! My name is John Dosta, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master?s in Social Work from the University of California, Los Angeles. I do talk therapy and would like to get to know you. I am familiar with veterans, anxiety, depression, divorce, child custody, and family relationships.
My approach
I prefer the psychodynamic approach to talk therapy, believing that understanding the client deeply is crucial for significant behavioral change. Recognizing that therapy often blends approaches and each client is unique, I am open to incorporating mindfulness, meditation, cognitive restructuring, and problem-solving?elements of Dialectical Behavioral, Cognitive, and Solution-focused therapy.
My focus
I am most comfortable working with clients facing high-conflict divorce and child custody issues, anxiety and panic disorders, depression, reacclimating from military service, and substance abuse.
My communication style
I strive to balance practicality and creativity, individuality and freedom of expression. I aim to create a comfortable experience that leaves clients feeling hopeful. Everything in therapy is valuable. Clients find me compassionate and relentlessly positive.
My journey to therapy
I first considered becoming a therapist in my early 20s. I saw myself as anxious and insecure, having weathered significant trauma at different developmental stages. Wanting to fix myself, I studied psychology in college to understand my issues. I realized I had the temperament to listen and help others. My confidence grew after working for 11 challenging years at the Department of Children and Family Services in Los Angeles County.
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Office location
John Dosta, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of California, Los Angeles, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1336847912
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
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John is just awesome: he's kind, listens really well, and also is genuinely trying to help.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
John is very good at understanding my issues and providing support
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
John is a good listener who makes me feel safe to share my thoughts and feelings without judgment. He is compassionate, and doesn't tell me what I want to hear, but what I need to. He is helping me to develop healthier ways of coping and behaving.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does John Dosta work with?
John Dosta works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.
Where is John Dosta's office located?
John Dosta has 2 office locations, including in San Francisco and Irvine, view full addresses on John Dosta's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see John Dosta?
John Dosta frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for John Dosta on their profile.
What languages does John Dosta speak?
John Dosta speaks English.