- Relationship repair
- Trauma recovery
- Values and purpose
About John
John Alilovich is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 40 years of clinical experience. He has a long history working with individuals around relationship concerns, addiction, trauma and a wide range of emotional and life challenges. John commonly addresses issues like anxiety, depression, grief, parenting stress, and questions about life purpose.
He spent over fifteen years in the county mental health department working with children and families on substance addiction, domestic violence, parenting, and various forms of abuse. He has maintained a private practice alongside that work and continues to see a broad mix of clients across many concerns.
John’s approach centers on getting to know each person as an individual and treating them with respect. He collaborates with clients to set clear goals and practical steps. He draws on cognitive behavioral techniques, emotion-focused methods, and mindfulness to help people identify patterns and try different responses.
In sessions he typically explores relationship patterns, attachment concerns, and how past experiences influence current life choices. He also addresses issues like compassion fatigue, burnout, eating and sleeping problems, and challenges related to ADHD or neurodiversity. Work can include skill-building, problem solving, and looking at values and priorities related to career and life purpose.
John works in English and accepts international clients. Before booking, readers should confirm the current session options. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
John commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his work. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and learning to take small actions that align with those values while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings. CBT looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He works collaboratively to identify what methods fit a person’s needs and preferences, and adjusts strategies as therapy progresses. Clients and the therapist choose goals and tools together rather than following a fixed plan.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or avoid being on camera when that helps someone focus. Many licensed professionals find these practical features help therapy fit daily routines without changing the core therapeutic work.
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, and life purpose questions among other concerns.
How does he approach someone who feels stuck?
He gets to know the person first and then collaborates on clear goals. Sessions use practical tools like cognitive behavioral techniques, emotion-focused methods, and mindfulness.
What is his clinical background?
He has 40 years of experience, including over fifteen years with the county mental health department working with children and families on substance addiction, domestic violence, and parenting issues.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LMFT practicing in California.
Which languages are supported and can he work with people outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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