- Men's wellbeing focus
- Skills and values work
- Calm direct approach
About John
John Laprade is a licensed counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction struggles, grief, and depression. He also supports those facing life changes, relationship intimacy concerns, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. John is listed with a focus on men's wellbeing and works to offer a respectful space for those concerns.
He holds LPC-MHSP and Licensed Mental Health Counselor credentials and has five years of professional experience. John aims to create an open, nonjudgmental setting where people can talk through hard thoughts and feelings. He encourages small, practical changes before moving to deeper issues.
John’s approach combines several methods. He uses simple cognitive-behavioral strategies to spot patterns of thinking and change unhelpful habits. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas help people notice what matters to them and take steps toward those values. He also draws on client-centered and narrative work to listen closely and shape a personal story that fits the client’s goals.
Sessions emphasize clear goals and straightforward tools you can try between meetings. John supports people coping with addiction and trauma by balancing skills practice with time to process strong emotions. He aims for collaboration, so clients help steer the focus based on what they need most.
People interested in working with John can expect calm, direct conversations that aim to make everyday life feel more manageable. He encourages honest talk about struggles and strengths as the basis for change.
Approaches used in online conversations and goals
John uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice their values and take small steps toward them, even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. This can be useful for stress, anxiety, and managing life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy is another part of his work, where the therapist listens closely and follows the client’s lead to build understanding and trust.He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try new behaviors. CBT tools often focus on simple experiments and homework to change how daily habits and thoughts interact with mood and functioning.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. John will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then work together to adjust methods and pace. That collaborative planning helps match techniques to what is actually helpful for the client.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the provided background. Online work can make scheduling easier and help fit sessions into a busy day. It can also allow shorter check-ins or phone-based conversations when bandwidth or being on camera is difficult. Licensed professionals often arrange timing and pacing to fit everyday life while still focusing on meaningful change.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Tennessee, New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does John commonly address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, trauma, relationship intimacy issues, sleep problems, anger, and self-esteem concerns among others.
How would you describe his therapy style?
John keeps sessions straightforward and collaborative, combining practical skills with space to talk about feelings and life story.
What is his professional experience?
He has five years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He holds LPC-MHSP and LMHC credentials and practices in Tennessee.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the country work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, fill out the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.