John Houton, PhD, LPC, CAADC, CCS, CCTP-II
Licensed Professional Counselor
Akron, PA
Online & In-Person
Free initial consultation
About me
I am a psychologist practicing in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania since 2006. I'm committed to helping adults and children live their best lives by removing the barriers to happiness, peace, and healthy relationships.
My approach to mental health counseling places the client's unique experiences and perspectives at the heart of the therapeutic journey. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients actively participate in directing their own healing process. By deeply listening and honoring each person's inherent wisdom about their lives, I serve as a collaborative partner rather than an expert with all the answers. I believe clients possess the internal resources needed for growth, and my role is to help access these strengths while navigating challenges together. Through genuine presence, empathic understanding, and unconditional positive regard, I facilitate a relationship where clients feel empowered to discover their own path toward meaningful change and personal fulfillment. As both a graduate level educator and practicing clinician, I use evidence-based approaches in the treatment of Attachment issues, military and veterans, First responders, Trauma/PTSD, and substance use disorders.
License
License(s)
Professional certifications
Board certification
Professional associations
Education
Neumann University
Neumann University
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$150 - $Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Venmo
- Credit Card
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
Accepted insurance plans
- United Healthcare
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Optum
Specialties and clinical interests
- Adoption & Fostering
- Alcohol or Drug Use/Addictions
- Anger Issues
- Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders
- Law Enforcement/First Responders
- Life Coaching
- Mental Health Professionals
- Parenting & Parent-Child Relationships
- Sexual Abuse
- Spirituality
- Stress/Stress Management
- Substance Use Disorders
- Suicide Loss
- Trauma & PTSD
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
- TheraPlay
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Community specialties
- Military Families
- 12-Step Programs
- Trauma Survivors
- Adoptive families
Faith-based specialties
- Christianity
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Psychological Testing
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Kids & Tweens (5-12)
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Individuals
- Couples
- Families
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English
Website and social media