John Thorpe, MA, AMFT # 153499
Supervised by Abeer Othman, LMFT #51401
At A Place to Turn, we are honored to welcome John Thorpe, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, to our clinical team. John brings a grounded, straightforward, and deeply human approach to therapy, creating a space where authenticity and connection lead the way toward healing and growth.
Before becoming a therapist, John spent over 30 years in film production, an experience that sharpened his ear for story and strengthened his appreciation for collaboration. These qualities shape his sessions, which stay practical, creative, and real—rooted in curiosity and open dialogue rather than labels or judgment.
John works with couples who feel stuck in repetitive arguments, adults managing anxiety, burnout, or identity transitions, and teens navigating academic stress and the challenges of a tech-driven world. His approach is collaborative and non-pathologizing, helping clients uncover patterns, rebuild trust in themselves and others, and find clarity in the midst of life’s pressures.
John earned his Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and his Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from The New School. When he’s not in session, John enjoys sailing, exploring the California coast, and chauffeuring his kids around Los Angeles—where many great conversations still happen in the car.
Now accepting new clients in-person and via telehealth.
To schedule with John, contact us at info@aplace2turn.com.
We warmly invite you to take the first step toward healing with someone who offers clarity, compassion, and genuine connection.
What role does John serve at A Place to Turn?
John is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who provides individual, couple, and family therapy. He supports clients in exploring their stories, relationships, and inner experiences with openness and insight.
Does John see clients directly?
Yes. John works directly with clients both in-person and via telehealth, offering a collaborative, conversational style that encourages honesty, curiosity, and practical growth.
What makes John’s therapeutic approach unique?
John’s non-pathologizing, straight-talk approach draws from both his creative background and clinical training. His 30+ years in film taught him to listen for story and meaning—skills that now help clients reshape their narratives with awareness, humor, and humanity.
Who does John work with?
John works with couples, adults, and teens navigating issues such as anxiety, burnout, relationship conflict, identity challenges, and the pressures of modern life.
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From anxiety and depression to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), we utilize holistic talk therapies and innovative treatments like eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR).
