John Laprade

Practical, compassionate therapy for life’s challenges

LPC-MHSP, LMHC Tennessee

Experience: 5 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About John

John Laprade is a licensed counselor providing psychotherapy from Tennessee with five years of clinical experience. He supports people facing stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, depression, and a range of related struggles such as sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, intimacy concerns, and compassion fatigue.

Background and approach

He also addresses issues connected to aging, caregiver stress, body image, and mood challenges including bipolar disorder and panic attacks. His work emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and develop practical skills.

Drawing on evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and client-centered approaches, he helps people identify patterns, clarify values, and practice new ways of coping. John describes therapy as a collaborative process and aims to support clients as they take steps toward more satisfying, manageable lives.

John holds credentials as LPC-MHSP and LMHC and practices in Tennessee. He communicates in English and offers flexible session formats to fit different schedules and needs.

How Therapeutic Approaches Meet Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and related difficulties. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and develop psychological flexibility by teaching strategies for accepting difficult internal experiences while committing to meaningful action. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, respectful therapeutic relationship in which the therapist offers understanding and support while clients lead the pace and direction of their own work.

Choosing the right approach is often a collaborative process. John works with clients to explore which strategies feel most helpful based on individual needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts methods over time so therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility by letting clients connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, access care from home or other locations in Tennessee, and maintain continuity of support when life circumstances change.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does John help with?

John works with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping difficulties, anger, self-esteem problems, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue, along with several additional focus areas.

What is John’s therapeutic style and approach?

He emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental environment and uses evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and client-centered techniques to help clients build skills and explore personal meaning.

How much clinical experience does he have?

John brings five years of professional work experience to his clinical practice and applies that background when tailoring approaches to individual needs.

What are John’s credentials and where does he practice?

He is licensed as LPC-MHSP and LMHC, with licensure details TN LPC-MHSP 5998 and NY LMHC 011515, and his practice is based in Tennessee.

Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available for working with him?

John provides multiple online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How are sessions billed and what does therapy cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and exact pricing depends on those factors.

What steps are involved in getting started with therapy?

To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shame Isolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacks Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Narrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Tennessee, New York

Languages

English