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Prof. John Checkett

FL LCSW sw18820
Credentials
FL LCSW sw18820
NPI Number
1427413277
Location
Florida
Languages
English
Prof. John Checkett

Accepting new clients

11 years experience
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About Prof. John Checkett

Prof John Checkett (pronounced as in, Check it Out!) is a highly skilled, highly educated therapist holding degrees in several of the social sciences. He's the first man in history to earn a master's degree in Women's Studies in Florida, an academic discipline which he also taught on a university level. He also holds university degrees in communication arts and social work, as well as being an LCSW. He's worked in emergency screening, providing spot analysis for emergency mental health cases with no advance notice. He also worked for years in the prison system, with inmates experiencing mental health difficulties. John'san excellent listener and communicator, and he specializes in problems related to gender, problems between couples -- which are usually matters of communication -- and social justice. He employs an integrative approach, drawing especially upon cognitive behavioral therapy, Jungian and narrative therapy, addressing such matters as self-care, empowerment, self-image, self-esteem and conflict resolution.

Licenses

LCSW
sw18820

Professional experience

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • LGBT
  • Relationship issues
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Depression

Additional Focus Areas

  • Family conflicts
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Parenting issues
  • Anger management
  • Self esteem
  • Career difficulties
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Coping with life changes
  • Coaching
  • Compassion fatigue
  • ADHD

Clinical Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“Prof. Checkett has a very good perception of how I’m feeling and giving advice/anologys to help me understand how I feel”

“Dr. Checkett was great! He helped me tremendously with a difficult decision I was faced with. Plenty of nuggets of wisdom that I will always remember. Thank you Dr. Checkett!”

“So far, so good. I'm pleased.”

“Prof Checkett is fantastic and listens to what I have to say but also puts checks into my thought processes to keep me accountable.”

“My therapist John is great after the first session, he recommended me one book and after listening to the book, I felt like he completely understood me. I feel like I’m always having a hard time getting people to understand me, but with John, I feel like he immediately understand what I’m trying to express. I am super excited to continue in this journey and becoming the best version of myself and I’m so happy to have John as my therapist to help me through this journey.”

“Very professional relatable.”

“Such a wonderful experience. So thankful that I signed up.”

“Prof. Checkett is a wonderful therapist and I feel like he really understands my perspective and helps me to support my feelings with reality.”

“Great listener and helps me break down my behaviors. 15/10. Definitely recommend.”

“Prof. Checkett is a bit formal initially but don’t let that scare you off. He’s extremely knowledgeable, a good listener, and eager to help. ”

“John has been extremely helpful in supporting me throughout my struggles with anxiety and life transitions.”

“Very knowledgeable and great listener.”

“I feel like my time is used productively when I speak with Prof. Checkett. I’m able to confirm valuable insight on things I’m dealing with. ”

“Prof Checkett is very insightful and respectful of my feelings and situation. He is gentle with any reality checks I need and offers unbiased responses to my questions. He is able to help me find my own insights into my behaviors and others'.”

“Very wise man with great listening skills and advice. Comparative to Alan Watts.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.