John Komperda, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Lombard, Illinois

VerifiedTelehealth Available

Professions: Counselor, Psychotherapist, Drug and Alcohol Counselor

Languages: English

My Approach to Therapy

Struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, or life transitions? I help individuals uncover patterns, build coping skills, and create meaningful change through evidence-based therapy. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in treating attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), relationship issues, men's issues, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), and emotional regulation challenges. My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions. Whether you’re navigating grief, career stress, parenting concerns, or identity struggles, I provide a warm, goal-oriented space where healing can begin. Therapy with me is collaborative, nonjudgmental, and tailored to your unique needs. You deserve a space to feel heard, understood, and supported.

Supervision Details

As a licensed clinician, I provide professional supervision to associate-level and pre-licensed mental health professionals, supporting their development of clinical skills, ethical decision-making, and confidence in therapeutic practice. My supervision style is grounded in evidence-based approaches, cultural humility, and reflective practice. I strive to create a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where supervisees feel supported, challenged, and prepared for licensure and independen

Supervision Specialties

Anger Management, Addiction, Depression, Family Therapy, Psychiatry / Medication, Psychology, Trauma or Abuse, Christian or Pastoral Counseling

Focused Modalities

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Adlerian Psychology / Psychotherapy, Anger Management, Biofeedback, Body Talk System, Collaborative Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Existential Psychotherapy, Psychodynamic, Transactional Analysis, Trauma Relief Unlimited (TRU), Exposure Therapy, Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT), Cognitive Processing Therapy

Fees & Rates

Individual Supervision: $100 – $200 per hour

Expertise & Specialties

Age Groups I Work With

ChildrenTeensAdultsElders

Groups I Work With

I work with adolescents, adults, and families facing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. I support teens and young adults navigating anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), academic stress, identity exploration, and family conflict. I work with adults managing depression, trauma, life transitions, burnout, and relationship difficulties. I have a strong focus on men’s mental health, helping with emotional regulation, anger management, and communication. I also support individuals living with chronic stress, physical disabilities, or health-related concerns. My practice includes survivors of trauma and loss, individuals in recovery from addiction, members of the LGBTQ+ community exploring identity and self-acceptance, and caregivers or parents coping with burnout and complex family dynamics. I tailor each therapeutic experience to the client’s unique background, goals, and lived experience.

Therapy Services & Specialties

Chemical Dependency EvaluationCoachingConsultationCounseling for OffendersFamily Therapy Individual Therapy & Counseling Telehealth

Concerns & Challenges Addressed

AbandonmentAbuse / Abuse Survivor IssuesAddictions and CompulsionsAdjusting to Change / Life TransitionsAdoption / Reunion IssuesAggression and ViolenceAging and Geriatric IssuesAgoraphobia

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Adlerian Psychology / PsychotherapyAnger ManagementCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Processing TherapyCompassion Focused Therapy (CFT)Emotional Freedom TechniqueExistential Psychotherapy

Industries & Communities

BIPOCEducationEntertainment IndustryFirst Responder/Medical ProfessionalsLGBTQ+Military/Law EnforcementProfessional SportsUnion First