Rev. John Reid, LCMHC
Experienced, nonjudgmental counseling rooted in deep listening
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationships and family guidance
- Grief and life transitions
About Rev. John Reid
Rev. John Reid, LCMHC, is a licensed counselor in North Carolina with 25 years of professional counseling experience, grounded in a lifelong commitment to listening with care, respect, and a non-judgmental presence. He believes effective counseling begins with genuine human connection - hearing a person’s story at a deep level and responding with thoughtful, professionally informed support.
Rev. Reid began pastoring in 1968 while in college and later served two churches, followed by more than 20 years as a Director of Missions for a Baptist association of 50 churches in Western North Carolina. He then devoted the next twenty-five years to professional counseling across a range of settings, including a counseling agency, a Baptist residential cottage serving teenage boys and their families, two different mental health agencies, and public schools. He has also worked with English-speaking clients across the United States and with international clients in many regions of the world, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, the Caribbean, and North America.
He earned a Master’s Degree in Counseling in 1976 and became licensed in 2007 as an LCMHC, which means he is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. He also completed a five-year training program in Gestalt Therapy through the Appalachian Gestalt Training Institute in Asheville, North Carolina, and maintains his license through ongoing continuing education.
Rev. Reid supports adults and children facing concerns such as depression, anxiety, mood-related challenges, ADHD, low self-esteem, relationship and family stress, divorce and blended family issues, and anger management. He emphasizes that mistakes and setbacks are part of being human, and that growth is possible through understanding, forgiveness, and moving forward. When providing Christian counseling, he draws on the Bible as a supportive text rather than a tool for judgment, with a focus on love and care in all its expressions.
Rev. Reid began pastoring in 1968 while in college and later served two churches, followed by more than 20 years as a Director of Missions for a Baptist association of 50 churches in Western North Carolina. He then devoted the next twenty-five years to professional counseling across a range of settings, including a counseling agency, a Baptist residential cottage serving teenage boys and their families, two different mental health agencies, and public schools. He has also worked with English-speaking clients across the United States and with international clients in many regions of the world, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, the Caribbean, and North America.
He earned a Master’s Degree in Counseling in 1976 and became licensed in 2007 as an LCMHC, which means he is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. He also completed a five-year training program in Gestalt Therapy through the Appalachian Gestalt Training Institute in Asheville, North Carolina, and maintains his license through ongoing continuing education.
Rev. Reid supports adults and children facing concerns such as depression, anxiety, mood-related challenges, ADHD, low self-esteem, relationship and family stress, divorce and blended family issues, and anger management. He emphasizes that mistakes and setbacks are part of being human, and that growth is possible through understanding, forgiveness, and moving forward. When providing Christian counseling, he draws on the Bible as a supportive text rather than a tool for judgment, with a focus on love and care in all its expressions.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexuality
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Rev. John Reid have?
Rev. John Reid has 25 years of experience providing professional counseling services.
Is Rev. John Reid a licensed therapist?
Yes. Rev. John Reid is an LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor). License: NC LCMHC 6678.
In which languages does Rev. John Reid provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Rev. John Reid located?
Rev. John Reid is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Rev. John Reid as my therapist?
Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that best fits their needs and schedule.
Does Rev. John Reid work with international clients?
Yes. Rev. John Reid works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Rev. John Reid cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Rev. John Reid draws from several evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in online therapy. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive space where clients feel heard and respected, helping them clarify what they want, strengthen self-understanding, and move toward meaningful change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice patterns between thoughts, feelings, and actions, and then practice practical strategies that can be especially helpful for stress, anxiety, depression, and day-to-day coping. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for handling intense emotions, improving communication, and building distress tolerance during difficult moments.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Rev. Reid collaborates with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked in the past, then adjusts the pace and tools to match the client’s needs and comfort level. This flexible style can be helpful for individuals, couples, or families navigating relationship concerns, grief, anger, or life transitions.
Online therapy also makes it easier to stay consistent with support. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can be especially useful for busy schedules, travel, or times when meeting in person feels difficult.