Testimonials

"I initially sought marriage counseling due to my belief that that my marriage would not make it. I looked for someone to help me through the rough bumps, believing that I would need support through my divorce. But Jody helped me and my husband save our marriage. We could not have made it without Jody’s help and support. Jody helped me to look at my life and my marriage through different eyes. Jody helped me find happiness. He also helped me and my husband find each other again. If you believe that there are angels among us to help us make the right decisions and help guide us through hard and good times… I believe Jody is one of those angels in disguise. My husband and I still talk about Jody fondly all the time and smile when we think about what he helped us accomplish. We still thank him every day for what he did for us individually and as a couple. Jody – “You are the best, and thanks!”"

"Working with Jody was definitely one of the best decisions I ever made. Sometimes life gets complicated and things become cloudy. That’s when it is helpful to have a professional like Jody to help to clear your vision. Jody helped me look at my emotions and life in a whole new perspective. Thanks to Jody, I feel happier and in control."

"After suffering from anxiety and panic attacks for several years, I finally decided to seek professional help. I had seen multiple therapists who had little or no impact. I thought I was just destined to live the rest of my life in misery. I then realized that everything I had tried was not working. After researching on the internet, I came upon Jody’s website and decided to give him a call. This was the absolute best decision I could have made because it has improved my life tremendously. I have regained my joy in life. I am once again interested in the things that I once enjoyed. I am now medication free and feeling better than ever. I now have the knowledge to control and eliminate my episodes of anxiety and panic. I have regained my confidence that I can overcome these obstacles and look forward to the future. I can truly say that since working with Jody, I am now happy and hopeful."

"I went into Jody's office in a pitiful shape, having spent a life of hurt from childhood abuse and having anxiety and depression. The first thing I did was empty my purse, lining up the different bottles of medication I was on for depression, anxiety, and every other emotional issue I was having. I am sure I was a pitiful sight. I was truly worried about losing my job because I no longer had my edge and my emotional state was fragile. Through weeks of talking to Jody, I became stronger. It was truly a blessing the day I walked into his office. Jody was insightful, supportive, yet stern, pointing out things that I refused to see for myself . Jody was the epitome of patience, kindness, and insightfulness. I am a professional woman who found myself lost without anyone to help. Jody became my mentor, confidante, and advisor. I now have the greatest job a woman could ever ask for, my children notice I am happier, and I AM NO LONGER ON ANY ANXIETY OR DEPRESSION MEDICATION."

"I came to Jody looking for help with mild depression, anxiety and low self esteem. Being able to meet with Jody proved to be what I needed to realign my thinking about several of the issues I was dealing with. I had isolated myself from meeting new people because of past hurts and that isolation was one of my biggest problems. Through Jody’s encouragement I was able to increase my self worth, reach out to people in the area and make friends. While I still face the issue of anxiety I am now equipped to deal with it and it no longer impacts my day to day life. I went to Jody not knowing what to expect. I am a well educated professional and I have encouraged others to seek out counseling, but I was reluctant to go myself. I now realize that I was not going to talk about my issues but to be taught how to overcome them. I recommend Jody to anyone who feels they need to learn to overcome whatever issues they face."

"I have been battling depression for years due to things that happened to me when I was younger. It was affecting my life and my relationship with my husband. I was sad all the time and sometimes wanted to die. I had never been to a therapist before and I stumbled upon Jody’s website. I think it was a sign from God. I needed help but was too afraid and felt too stupid to ask for help. When I spoke to Jody the first time I felt at ease. Jody has been such a blessing to me. Jody is easy to talk to and he cares. Some friends have commented that they have seen an awesome change in me. Without Jody’s help, I wouldn’t be here today. I am so glad I found Jody to help me. Jody you are my guardian angel. Thank you so much for what you have done for me so far. You truly are a blessing."

"I went to see Jody when I was having a hard time adjusting to stress and anxiety. Jody was able to help me pinpoint what I wanted to change about myself and how I could achieve a happier me. I’m very thankful for him – I don’t know what kind of condition I would be in without him!"

"When I first came to meet with Jody I had been to several therapists in the past about the same marital issue. I felt like the other therapists had helped me ok, but I was wrong. After just a few sessions with Jody I felt more at peace and in control of my emotions than I have in my entire life. He has showed me how changing your focus to what you want in life instead of concentrating on the past and dwelling on every little thing that may have caused your problems can change your life for the better. I have learned although you cannot control others actions you can change how you react and how you let it affect you. Jody has given me tools that will allow me to have healthier, better relationships with everyone in my life. He has a way of putting you at ease, is easy to talk to, and I would recommend him to anyone who feels they have an issue they need help dealing with."

"I have to say that without a doubt Jody has been the best therapist I have ever seen. Jody has a way of finding the positive in everything. He opened up my mind to the positive. It was the first therapist I saw that said I would not be seeing him forever but he would give me tools to work with. What an eye opener. EVERY DR. I had seen put me on medication to numb rather than heal. Jody is the best. I would recommend Jody to anyone without hesitation. Thanks again Jody you are great."

"My husband and I first came to Jody to see if we could save our marriage. Unfortunately, we could not. Later, as we divorced, I continued to see him individually as I worked through the ending of my marriage and the beginnings of my new life. What I most appreciated about the experience was the dramatic difference I felt from the time I walked in the door until I walked out. Usually, I came in dragging the weight of the world along with me and seeing nothing but the worst case scenario in every obstacle I faced. After every single session, I left feeling blessed, empowered, and strong enough to stand up and face the realities that were waiting for me in everyday life. Eventually, with Jody’s help and guidance, I came to recognize and manage my negative and burdensome thought patterns and feelings on my own, and I am a much healthier adult with healthier human relationships as a result."

"When I came to Jody, I was dealing with the knowledge of a cheating spouse after 23 years of marriage. I was able to deal with my feelings okay, but I did find that I spent a lot of my day thinking about the situation and not able to function on my job as I should. I had never seen a therapist so I did not know what to expect from Jody. I can only say that I am so glad I came. Jody was able to help me work through my issues and regain my focus on what was really important in my life, my daughters. I only wish I had not waited so long to see Jody. Thank you Jody!"

"Oftentimes life begins to feel like a roller coaster that will not stop. That is the feeling that I had when I first went to Jody. After only a couple of months of therapy, I feel back on track with a life of balance. Some people think that therapy is for the weak and unstable. It is actually quite the opposite. People who seek therapy become better and stronger people. Life as we know it is full daily stress from marital, family and work issues. Jody has helped me cope with each of these areas. I feel more in control, my marriage is back on track and overall a happier person thanks to Jody. Jody has a great way of giving solutions instead of just listening. I rarely make recommendations of any sort unless I have a positive experience. I would highly recommend Jody to anyone. Thanks Jody!"

"I sought Jody out to see if he could help me and my husband with our marital issues. We were in the middle of a nasty divorce and I wanted to make sure that I had tried everything to save my marriage before I called it quits. When I met Jody for the first time I knew I was in the right place. He is caring, nice, trustworthy and a great listener. He listened to both of our stories and asked questions along the way and gave us his suggestions. He helped us see how our marriage could be. He helped me personally focus on the positive attributes rather than always looking for the negative. I loved how he gave us commitments that he wanted us to fulfill during the week. What a difference those made! I am very thankful that God led me to find Jody! Jody taught us to how to avoid arguments and helped us see what we were doing was not working. Jody is a life saver and marriage saver for sure! Thank you Jody!"

"After being my worst enemy for the longest time and allowing a toxic person run my life, I broke free. I was able to trust Jody because I could feel he TRULY wanted to help me, even during my darkest moments He was the light that always shines no matter what. My life was a never-ending circle until Jody helped me out of my misery. I can say confidently that there is a “before Jody” and “after Jody.” I have learned that my journey will never end… that life is a constant grow and pursuing counseling is a wonderful way to ensure we get and keep ourselves on the right track. For me, feeling that I could say everything I wanted and not being judged was huge. I am not saying that Jody nodded affirmatively to whatever came out of my mouth, but he gave me the tools to transform my negative thoughts into positive ones, one step at the time. He helped me create a consistent sense of accomplishment and helped me learn to live a peaceful and happy life."

"Unlike most therapists Jody actually listened and responded to what I was saying and feeling at the time. We used many techniques that I had never thought of to be able to reconnect with my feelings and thoughts about who I am and how I should better my life. After meeting with Jody for a couple of months I could see a dramatic improvement in my anger management and self-esteem problems. People were more bearable to be around and I could interact with my loved ones the way I used to before my problems arouse. Thanks to Jody I am now a more confident, self-caring man and have been able to move forward in my life with the ability to take charge and manage my stress the correct way. I would highly recommend Jody!"

"For years I struggled with anxiety to the point where anxiety was running my life. It was a struggle for me to get out of bed in the morning because it felt like my anxiety was taking over. I had been to see therapists time after time and all they did was repeat my feelings back to me. They did not help with my anxiety or give tools in which help. I thought that anxiety would be part of the rest of my life. Then I found Jody. He helped me identify why I was feeling anxious and gave me tools to deal with my anxiety. He let me express how I was feeling and gave me tools and strategies on how to understand my feelings. Jody helped me to regain my life and actually live my life instead of just going through the motions. Anxiety no longer controls my life I control it and my feelings. Today I am enjoying my life for the first time in a long time. Jody has a true gift with his counseling and has made a world of difference in my life. I can’t thank him enough!"

"I went to see Jody for my anxiety and obsessive thoughts. It was a much different experience from the other therapist I had seen in the past. My previous therapist had let me “vent” about all the negatives in my life. I would leave the appointment feeling angry and resentful about my situation. This is not the case with Jody. Jody helps you learn how to change your perspective in life, and how you react to situations. Now that Jody has helped me, my job is no longer a major stress to me. I am much more confident as well. I am very glad I made the decision to seek his help."

"I was of the mindset, “how is talking to someone going to help?” The side effects of the medication I’d been on prevented me from carrying on with everyday life. From the moment Jody shook my hand and said, “Hello”, I knew I’d made the right decision. It’s hard to put into words, but I had an immediate comfort level with Jody and by the end of the first session, I came away feeling I’d been sharing my inner most thoughts and feelings with an old friend. My personal issues were seriously affecting my health, and when Jody and I met, I felt he had his hands full in helping me turn my life around to where I could be happy once again and look forward to each day. But, turn my life around he did! Jody doesn’t just listen intently to what you wish to share with him, he also offers insightful advice and techniques in how to remain happy and positive regardless of the worries, upset, and stress you are facing. I wouldn’t be where I am today without Jody’s help. I’ll forever be grateful to him."

"I was seeking help just to deal with the various stressors in my life: husband’s chronic medical problems, mountain of debt, overwhelmed with child’s diagnosis of cancer, and generally just feeling on the edge of a breakdown. I feel much better as I was given new ways to cope. I was given a FRESH perspective on my life and it made a huge, huge difference. In past few attempts at therapy, the perspective I was given was that I was ok, and it was everyone else’s issue. Obviously not true…everyone needs help from time to time!"

"I was dealing with health problems, as well as a painful breakup, when I decided to contact Jody for counseling. He made an immediate positive impact on my life. So much so that I emailed him shortly after our first counseling session to let him know how grateful I was for his help. The approach that he takes is to focus on what is right with you and, not what is wrong. Now, I feel more empowered to deal with all of the stresses in my life. Instead of acting out of fear and settling for whatever comes my way, I now recognize that I have the power to choose all of the good things that I deserve in my life. If you truly want to improve your life, Jody can help."

"Jody, you have made such an impact in my life. When I first came to you I had so many suppressed feelings; feelings of anger, shame, guilt, you name it. Through just two months of therapy I now have a more positive outlook in my life. This has impacted my relationship with my wife, children, and with others. I have learned that there are many ways to interpret the events of my life. The skills I learned while working with Jody are what I now practice in my daily living. Life is too short, and at the age of 47 I have now begun to live life my way, happy. Thank you Jody for your help and your guidance. You are thorough, a great counselor, and I would highly recommend you to anyone."

"Jody has helped to provide new direction and insights. He has helped me view situations with “new eyes”. His unique delivery has assisted me in improving how I deal with and/or focus on issues. He has helped me develop new tools to promote growth in my life emotionally, relationally, and spiritually. I view Jody as a “life coach” and see my time with him as one of the most valuable commitments I’ve chosen toward self-improvement."

"I suffered from Obsessive thoughts, Panic Attacks, and Depression for over 12 years. I have done what most people do. I took medicine, and went from doctor to doctor, and from therapist to therapist, hoping that someone could help me. After the first session with Jody I knew things were going to be different. I came out of the office feeling hopeful and happy. I couldn’t wait until the next session. The skills I’ve learned with Jody I’ve spent a lifetime looking for. I am here to tell you I have had every fear, thought, and sensation a person can conjure up, and his techniques really work. I am doing things I never thought I would do again. Even simple things like eating out and not worrying about washing my hands every time I touch something. I even drove out of town by myself which was something I was unable to do prior to seeing Jody. Thanks to Jody my world is becoming much larger and happier."

"Before I met Jody I was desperate! I had been to a couple of therapists before him and had not received the help I needed. I prayed for help and stumbled upon Jody’s website. I knew it was a sign from God. Since I have been seeing Jody I can honestly say I feel so much better. He truly is helping me pull myself out of my depression, anxiety, and thoughts of suicide. Thanks Jody. You truly are a blessing!"

"I have battled with depression since childhood. I have seen countless therapists and doctors, who claimed to specialize in depression, and I always felt that they weren’t listening to me. “Let’s try this medication” was typically the response I received. Upon realizing that I was at terrible point my in life I decided that I needed to try something. My husband suggested that I try counseling one more time, and I am glad I did. At last I have found someone that is truly helping me. Jody has guided me on an amazing yet sometimes difficult journey. After the let down of previous therapists, I have had trouble feeling comfortable discussing anything with anyone. However with Jody it just comes naturally. I am finding that with Jody’s guidance I can move forward. If there were only one sentence I could use to describe my experience with Jody it would be: “If you’re like I was, and are feeling hesitant to talk to someone, Jody Johnston is simply phenomenal!” Jody I cannot thank you enough."

"I had never been to any kind of therapist or counselor before. I was one of those guys who never thought he needed counseling. After my job transferred me to the Tri-Cities area I began to realize that my marriage was suffering. I had lost a lot of my self-motivation and self confidence. My wife finally talked me into contacting Jody. I felt comfortable with Jody after 5 minutes of meeting him. We talked about a lot of different issues and I found that he really listened to what I was saying. Jody helped me find my inner motivation and helped me discover what really made me tick. Thanks to Jody, my marriage is doing better, my performance at work has improved, and I have found the motivation I needed to be better than ever. Jody helped me realize that everything I needed was already inside me. I can’t thank Jody enough for helping me find my happiness in life. Jody, words just can’t explain. A satisfied and happy client."