Deacon Johnson, MS

I create a warm, inviting space where clients can show up fully as themselves—without having to filter, perform, or hold it all together. I know how vulnerable therapy can feel, especially if you weren’t always encouraged to express your emotions or seek support. My goal is to meet you with genuine curiosity, compassion, and respect, while giving you space to move at your own pace. You are always in control of your experience—I’m here to walk alongside you, not lead over you.

My approach is rooted in person-centered therapy and supported by skills from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and shadow work. I help clients build real, usable tools for managing emotions, navigating stress, and understanding the deeper patterns that keep them feeling stuck. I also regularly facilitate skills-based work around emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and cognitive processing.

I believe one of the most powerful shifts in therapy happens internally—when your self-talk begins to change, your entire perspective can shift, even if your circumstances haven’t yet. Watching that transformation unfold is at the core of the work I do.

I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, intense or rapidly shifting emotions, identity exploration, life transitions, and challenges with self-worth, boundaries, and relationships. I am especially passionate about working with people who are ready for change—those who are willing to be honest with themselves, explore their patterns, and do the deeper work.

As a biracial transgender man, I understand how important it is to feel seen, represented, and affirmed in therapeutic spaces. My work is grounded in inclusivity and shaped by both professional training and lived experience. I also bring a long-standing curiosity about human behavior, influenced by my background in criminal justice and a deeper interest in how trauma and environment shape the ways we think, feel, and respond.

I often say that therapy is about evolution. I’ve seen what it looks like to grow up without the support or guidance you needed—and I’ve also seen what becomes possible when you begin to shift your inner world. My role is to support that process with compassion, honesty, and sometimes a gentle push when you need it most.

If you’re looking for a space where you can be real, feel understood, and actually work toward change, I’d be honored to be part of your journey.