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Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
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John B Fruits

Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC

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Smyrna, DE 19977
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You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in cycles of overthinking, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe your mind never seems to slow down, your relationships feel stressful or confusing, or you find yourself constantly criticizing yourself while trying to hold everything together. Even when things look “fine” on the outside, it can still feel difficult internally. Therapy can help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and patterns while learning healthier ways to cope, communicate, and move through life with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
In therapy, I help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and patterns so you can begin making meaningful and lasting changes. Using CBT and DBT approaches, we work together to challenge unhelpful thinking, improve emotional awareness, strengthen coping skills, and help you feel more grounded, connected, and confident in your daily life.
You do not have to keep carrying everything alone or have everything figured out before reaching out. Therapy can be a place where you feel supported, understood, and able to openly process what you’re going through without judgment. If you’re ready to take the next step toward clarity, stability, and emotional balance, I offer a free 15-minute consult.
Call or John B Fruits now for a free 15 minute consultation - (302) 599-7717

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Smyrna, DE 19977

(302) 599-7717

Baltimore, MD 21202

My website
Thru Telehealth, I help you manage anxiety, overthinking, stress, and relationship challenges so you can feel more grounded and confident.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (302) 599-7717
Photo of John B Fruits, Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Smyrna, DE 19977

(302) 599-7717

Baltimore, MD 21202

My website
Thru Telehealth, I help you manage anxiety, overthinking, stress, and relationship challenges so you can feel more grounded and confident.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • The Health Plan
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Anthem EAP
  • Ascension SmartHealth
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Highmark
  • Highmark Health Options
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Independence Administrators
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • Medicaid
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Providence Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Private pay allows for greater flexibility, privacy, and individualized care, without the limitations often required by insurance. I offer both insurance and private pay options. Payment is due at the time of service, and I'm happy to help you understand your benefits. Reach out with any questions.
Photo of John B Fruits, Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
John B Fruits
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (302) 599-7717
"
Private pay allows for greater flexibility, privacy, and individualized care, without the limitations often required by insurance. I offer both insurance and private pay options. Payment is due at the time of service, and I'm happy to help you understand your benefits. Reach out with any questions.
Photo of John B Fruits, Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
John B Fruits
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (302) 599-7717

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Delaware / PC-0011477 John B Fruits

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended Wilmington University, Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2021

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: Maryland board of professional counselors and therapists LC14102
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LCPC Maryland, LPCMH Delaware, LPC Oregon and Pennsylvania, National Certified Counselor NCC, MS in Clincal Mental Health Counseling.
Photo of John B Fruits, Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
John B Fruits
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (302) 599-7717
"
LCPC Maryland, LPCMH Delaware, LPC Oregon and Pennsylvania, National Certified Counselor NCC, MS in Clincal Mental Health Counseling.
Photo of John B Fruits, Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
John B Fruits
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (302) 599-7717

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Substance Use
  • Veterans
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I support clients facing a variety of mental health and life challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. Together, we focus on gaining insight, strengthening emotional awareness, and developing effective coping strategies to improve functioning, build resilience, and support lasting, meaningful change.
Photo of John B Fruits, Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
John B Fruits
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (302) 599-7717
"
I support clients facing a variety of mental health and life challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. Together, we focus on gaining insight, strengthening emotional awareness, and developing effective coping strategies to improve functioning, build resilience, and support lasting, meaningful change.
Photo of John B Fruits, Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
John B Fruits
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (302) 599-7717

3 Endorsements

Dr. Jamie Bailey
Dr. Jamie Bailey
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, DSocSci, LCPC, LPCMH
John is a thoughtful, full-hearted therapist. He consistently provides insightful guidance and space for reflection. I'm grateful to walk alongside him, as he is a colleague whose clinical expertise I trust immensely.
Jill M DePhillip
Jill M DePhillip
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
John makes an impression immediately upon meeting him! He is warm and compassionate to his core. It was a pleasure to know him, if only briefly.
Brittany Wilson
Brittany Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMH, PMH-C, NCC, LCPC
I've had the privilege of working alongside John & can confidently say that he's an outstanding clinician. His humble demeanor & genuine kindness make him trusted & approachable. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a compassionate, skilled therapist.

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Blind Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Blind Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use evidence-based approaches, including CBT and DBT, to help clients understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My approach is collaborative, practical, and focused on building insight, emotional awareness, and effective coping strategies to support meaningful, lasting change. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide next steps.
Photo of John B Fruits, Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
John B Fruits
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (302) 599-7717
"
I use evidence-based approaches, including CBT and DBT, to help clients understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My approach is collaborative, practical, and focused on building insight, emotional awareness, and effective coping strategies to support meaningful, lasting change. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide next steps.
Photo of John B Fruits, Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
John B Fruits
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (302) 599-7717

Location

Primary Location

Smyrna, DE 19977

(302) 599-7717

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

Baltimore, MD 21202

(302) 599-7717

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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Thru Telehealth, I help you manage anxiety, overthinking, stress, and relationship challenges so you can feel more grounded and confident.
Photo of John B Fruits, Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
John B Fruits
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (302) 599-7717
"
Thru Telehealth, I help you manage anxiety, overthinking, stress, and relationship challenges so you can feel more grounded and confident.
Photo of John B Fruits, Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
John B Fruits
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, MS NCC, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (302) 599-7717