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John L. Bonner, LICSW, therapist at Boston Evening Therapy Associates

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John L. Bonner

LICSW · Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

With 19 years of experience, John offers deeply collaborative, affirming therapy for adolescents, adults, couples, and families, with a focus on LGBTQIA+ and gender-diverse clients.

Works with
Adolescents, young adults, college students, older adults, couples & families; LGBTQIA+
Approach
Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, Strengths-Based
Experience
19 years as a therapist

We respond the same day and typically schedule within the week.

Therapy Approach

I’ve been a therapist for 19 years. What I love most about this work is no matter how long I’ve been doing it, I’m still learning. I’m still surprised. I’m still in awe of the insights gained and the changes that can happen.

I believe therapy is a true collaboration. You are the expert on your life. My job is to listen in order to accurately understand all the complexities, contradictions, and celebration-worthy attributes and aspirations that make you who you are.

Our job together is to create a space where all that you are and all that you may yet become is deeply allowed. It is from that shared space of acceptance that a new understanding of the multitudes you contain begins to emerge. That process continues to be both thrilling and beautiful to me. It’s the reason I love what I do.

Therapy is also hard work. Unearthing pain, trauma, and loss can be uncomfortable, disorienting, and even destabilizing -- especially at first. Things may indeed get worse before they get better. I want us to work together at a pace and depth that respects that reality. I will follow your lead. I will be direct and honest with you, and welcome the same in return.

Approaches I Use

Person-CenteredEmpathic, nonjudgmental support that follows your lead.
PsychodynamicExploring how past experiences shape present patterns.
Strengths-BasedDrawing on the skills and resources you already have.
Mindfulness-BasedBuilding present-moment awareness and calm.
Cognitive BehavioralCognitive Behavioral Therapy for reshaping unhelpful thought and behavior patterns.
Dialectical BehavioralDialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and relationships.
InterpersonalImproving relationships and communication patterns.
NarrativeRe-authoring the stories you tell about your life.
“It is an honor to be entrusted with the story of one’s life. Thank you for considering entrusting me with your life’s story. I can’t wait to witness the unfolding of chapters yet unwritten.”
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Brighton Office

2001 Beacon Street, Suite 308 & 309
Brighton, MA 02135

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(617) 738-1480

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