John Laprade , LPC-MHSP, LMHC

John Laprade is a licensed counselor practicing in Tennessee and New York with five years of clinical experience. He holds LPC-MHSP, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider, and LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Through these credentials he provides evidence-informed support for people facing a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

John focuses on helping clients manage stress and anxiety, navigate addictions, process trauma and abuse, and cope with grief and loss. He also works with individuals dealing with depression, relationship and family challenges, intimacy-related concerns, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem issues, bipolar symptoms, and compassion fatigue, along with related areas such as caregiver stress, body image, and social anxiety. His practice addresses both short-term coping and longer-term skill building tailored to each person’s situation.

He emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, John partners with clients to set practical goals and build strategies that fit their values and daily life. He aims to support people through change and toward greater balance and meaning.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with John Laprade

John Laprade draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as part of his online practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values, accept difficult internal experiences, and commit to actions that align with what matters most - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical skills for managing depression, panic, and ongoing worry. He also integrates client-centered principles, emphasizing empathy and collaboration so clients feel heard and understood throughout the process.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. John works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with John can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals without needing to travel, helping clients maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into everyday life.