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John Rubinov

LMHC Florida 9 years of experience

Practical support for life’s difficult transitions

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John  Rubinov
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction support
  • Values-based work

About John

John Rubinov is a licensed mental health counselor who helps people facing big and small life shifts. He focuses on everyday stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and questions about identity and intimacy. His approach is direct and practical, aimed at helping clients feel more in control and clearer about next steps.

Rubinov works from the belief that people already have strengths to build on. Sessions often begin by identifying what feels most urgent and what small changes could help. He uses straightforward tools to reduce overwhelm and increase a sense of agency over daily life.

With nine years of experience as an LMHC in Florida, he brings steady support for those coping with loss, career transitions, compassion fatigue, and changes in relationships. He also works with concerns such as ADHD, self-esteem, anger, and substance use when these issues affect daily functioning.

Therapeutic methods include cognitive behavioral ideas, acceptance and commitment work, mindfulness practices, and client-centered listening. These approaches are used to help people notice patterns, try new behaviors, and clarify personal values and goals.

Sessions are offered in English, Hebrew, and Russian. International clients are accepted. To begin, people follow the Start Therapy button, fill a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

How John’s Approaches Work Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify what matters most and then take small steps toward those values, even when painful thoughts show up. It can be useful for life transitions, anxiety, and finding direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical experiments to change them, which helps with mood, anxiety, and addiction. Client-Centered Therapy centers on being heard and understood; the therapist offers empathy and support so clients can make their own choices and build confidence.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to see which methods fit a person's needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques over time based on what is working. Clients can expect discussion and small homework-style practices that match their everyday life.

The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm available session options before booking. Many people find online therapy helpful because it can fit more easily into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Discussing format and scheduling during the initial matching step helps ensure sessions work with a client's routine and goals.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTSelf esteemADHD

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English, Hebrew, Russian

Frequently asked questions

What issues does John Rubinov help with?

He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, self-esteem, ADHD, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes among other concerns.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses a practical, straightforward style that combines listening with actionable strategies drawn from cognitive behavioral methods, acceptance and commitment ideas, and mindfulness.

What is his professional background?

He has nine years of clinical experience working as a licensed mental health counselor in Florida supporting diverse life challenges.

What credentials and region apply to this therapist?

He is an LMHC practicing in Florida and holds the credential FL LMHC as provided in his profile.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English, Hebrew, and Russian, and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with him?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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