John is very professional. He is a great listener, very supportive and compassionate. He is very relatable and gives actionable, helpful advice where needed.
John McNamara, PACFA
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
John is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with John. View 2 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Australia
Recent reviews
He’s great, caring, takes the time to talk to you in a comfortable way
More about John
- 5 years' experience
- Male
- PACFA
I am licenced and registered in Australia with more than 5 years of professional work experience.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, intimacy related issues and stage of life transitions.
I work with a collaborative, trauma informed approach, believing in the abilities of all individuals to emerge and transcend their current circumstances.
I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I see the client as the true agent of change and seek to empower my clients as they navigate and evolve.
Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
ADHD
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Drug and alcohol addiction
Fatherhood issues
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Sex addiction
Young adult issues
Licenses
- PACFA · Australia · 28569 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for John McNamara
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
John is very professional. He is a great listener, very supportive and compassionate. He is very relatable and gives actionable, helpful advice where needed.
He’s great, caring, takes the time to talk to you in a comfortable way
Frequently asked questions
Does John McNamara offer telehealth visits?
Yes. John McNamara works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does John McNamara speak?
John McNamara speaks English.
How many years of experience does John McNamara have?
John McNamara has 5 years of experience.
Where is John McNamara licensed to practice?
John McNamara is licensed to practice in Australia.
Does John McNamara accept clients outside of Australia?
No, John McNamara does not accept clients outside of Australia.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with John McNamara?
John McNamara can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with John McNamara?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.