John Laprade

John Laprade is a licensed counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, depression, and other eating and food-related issues. He holds LPC-MHSP and LMHC credentials and brings five years of clinical experience to each session. He aims to make starting therapy feel manageable and straightforward for someone looking for change.

He creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through hard feelings. Conversations focus on what matters most to the person and practical steps they can use between sessions. John listens for patterns in thinking and behavior and works with clients to try different ways of coping.

His approach blends several evidence-informed methods. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice thoughts without getting stuck in them, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and habits. Client-Centered Therapy guides how he builds the relationship, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Narrative Therapy may be used when they fit the goals.

John has experience supporting people dealing with trauma, addictions, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem issues, and relationship or intimacy concerns. He also helps with caregiver stress, aging-related worries, body image, and feelings of isolation. He supports clients while they work through life changes and search for steadier routines.

To begin, he asks a few simple questions to match needs and then schedules sessions based on availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

Therapeutic approaches and online options

John often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them; this approach can be useful for anxiety, stress, and patterns around food and behavior. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and to test small behavior changes that can improve mood and daily routines. Client-Centered Therapy guides how he builds the relationship, focusing on listening and responding to each person's needs.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. John will work with clients to match methods to their goals and preferences, checking in and adjusting plans as progress unfolds. The choice of approach often depends on the issue, what has helped in the past, and what the person hopes to change.

The therapist's biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm options before booking. Online work can make fitting therapy into a busy week easier and can reduce travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins when a full session isn't needed, or offer an option when scheduling around work or caregiving demands is important.