Therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp. We will earn a commission at no additional cost to you if you sign up through our links.

John Rego

John Rego, LMFT

Therapist in California

Therapist focused on building connection and coping skills

Continue with John Review online therapy options on BetterHelp.
  • Relationship support
  • Practical coping tools
  • Attachment focus

About John

John Rego is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in California with 20 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. He works with people facing relationship strain, grief and loss, addiction concerns, and struggles with self-esteem and anger. He approaches conversations with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Taking the first step can feel hard, and he offers steady support through that initial step.

In sessions he adapts the conversation and plan to fit each person’s needs. He uses a mix of approaches that focus on connection, practical thinking, and helping people find meaning. That might mean looking at how early attachment patterns shape current relationships, practicing new ways to respond to upsetting thoughts, or focusing on problem areas in a partnership.

John brings two decades of professional experience to the work. He aims to make sessions clear and straightforward rather than full of jargon. People can expect direct, empathetic conversation and concrete strategies to try between meetings.

He also helps people facing family and parenting stresses, caregiver burnout, and the fallout from separation or addiction. He addresses issues like codependency, communication problems, and feelings of emptiness with practical tools and conversational exploration.

If someone is curious how therapy might fit into daily life, John helps map out realistic goals and next steps. He tailors pacing and focus to what a person says they want to change and how they prefer to work.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

John often draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationship patterns shape current bonds and trust. This approach helps when intimacy, abandonment fears, or communication problems are getting in the way of relationships. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behavioral changes that reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, useful for stress, mood shifts, and managing daily routines.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He discusses goals and preferences with each person and adjusts methods based on what feels most helpful. Together they decide which strategies to try and how to pace work between sessions.

Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are set by the therapist’s practice. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, limit travel time, and keep appointments during work breaks or caregiving duties. It can also allow shorter check-ins when that suits the day. The therapist will help plan sessions so they fit into everyday life while focusing on the goals you want to reach.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, addiction, and coping with life changes.

What is his basic therapeutic style?

He uses a compassionate, conversational style and tailors sessions to each person’s needs with practical strategies and reflective exploration.

How much experience does he have?

He has 20 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including family stress, parenting, addiction, and mood difficulties.

What credentials and region apply?

He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, licensed in California.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

Therapists on BetterHelp do not prescribe medication. A doctor can talk with you about medical options. If you are thinking about suicide, call or text 988; in an emergency, call 911.

John RegoContinue with John