Therapist
John Brooks
LPC, LMFT
Practical, strength-based therapy for everyday life
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- Direct compassionate support
- Strengths-focused approach
- Evidence-informed methods
About John
John centers sessions on the client’s own knowledge of their life. He treats people as the experts on their stories and looks for strengths to build on. His style is straightforward and respectful, and he aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable.
In sessions he helps with addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, family conflict, parenting strains, stress, anxiety, and mood concerns such as depression and bipolar disorder. He also supports people facing grief, trauma, eating and sleeping struggles, anger, and low self-esteem. Additional focus areas include ADHD, caregiving stress, chronic illness and disability, and body image concerns.
John draws from several therapeutic approaches to match the work to each person. He uses techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment-Based and client-centered methods. He also integrates skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy when needed.
He offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. To begin, people complete the site’s short matching questionnaire and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Louisiana, Louisiana
Languages
English
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How therapy approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going and teaches practical tools to change those patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating difficulties. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how relationships shape our emotions and expectations, and it can help with intimacy, relationship strain, and attachment issues.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before, then try methods that fit. Clients and the therapist make decisions together and adjust the approach as progress or new needs emerge.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the available options when you book. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, which helps with consistent progress. Some formats reduce travel time, let people check in during a work break, or avoid being on camera for a shorter check-in. Licensed professionals adapt ACT, CBT, and attachment-focused work to the online setting so practical skills and relationship work can continue even when meeting remotely.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He supports people with addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, family conflict, parenting challenges, stress, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. He also works with grief, trauma, eating and sleeping struggles, anger, and self-esteem concerns.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His sessions are straightforward and respectful, focusing on client strengths and practical steps. He treats people as the experts on their lives and aims to make progress you can notice between visits.
What is his background and experience?
He has ten years of professional work experience in counseling and family therapy. That work has included supporting people through a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and relationship challenges.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He holds LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. He is licensed in Louisiana.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. He also accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether video, phone, or other formats are available.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Costs vary with location and therapist scheduling. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
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