John Critides, LCSW, Therapist in Parsippany, New Jersey

John Critides, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at LifeStance Health, helps individuals and families across New Jersey navigate emotional challenges, strengthen relationships, and build meaningful change. He provides individual, couples, and family therapy for teens, adults, and seniors. His approach is grounded in compassion and practical guidance, offering clients a space where they can feel understood, supported, and empowered to move forward. John specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as supporting clients through significant transitions in midlife and later life. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Exposure Therapy, and faith-based approaches to help clients develop coping skills, reshape unhelpful patterns, and create healthier emotional foundations. He also works with first responders and military veterans, understanding the unique pressures and experiences of these communities. In addition to these primary areas of focus, he offers additional mental health services tailored to the needs of each client. John is particularly passionate about supporting individuals facing alcohol and drug use concerns, helping them rebuild stability and rediscover a sense of possibility. He also works extensively with couples looking to strengthen communication, heal relational wounds, or navigate complex family dynamics. His commitment is to help clients foster resilience, deepen emotional awareness, and improve their daily functioning. Outside of his clinical work, John is a lifelong sports enthusiast who enjoys attending live events. He loves music, art, traveling with his family, and finds peace in fishing during his free time.