- Addictions support
- Relationship work
- ACT and CBT methods
About John
John Brooks is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Louisiana with 10 years of professional experience. He works with adults who are navigating problems like addictions, relationship strain, family conflict, intimacy questions, stress and anxiety. He also addresses mood concerns such as depression and bipolar disorder and helps people coping with grief, trauma, and life changes.
John frames clients as the experts on their own stories and focuses on practical steps that build on existing strengths. Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. He aims to help people clarify values, notice patterns, and practice new skills between meetings.
His background includes approaches drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. Those methods are used to work on things like emotional regulation, relationship patterns, and unhelpful thinking that can keep problems stuck.
People come to him for a wide range of concerns beyond relationships and mood, including parenting strain, work and career stress, sleep and eating challenges, ADHD, and complex issues such as codependency or chronic illness stress. He also offers support around identity and LGBT-related concerns.
To begin, readers are invited to use the site's sign-up flow, complete a short match questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That first meeting is used to set priorities and choose an approach that fits the person's goals.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking small steps toward those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help with anxiety, depression, addiction, and the uncertainty common in early adulthood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and behavior. CBT is often used for anxiety, mood problems, sleep and eating concerns, and stress coping.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and daily life. Early sessions are used to set priorities, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps most.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and let people pick a quieter time between classes or shifts. Therapists can use shorter check-ins when needed, practice skills together on camera, or assign exercises to try between sessions to keep progress moving forward.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with adult concerns including addictions, relationship and family conflict, intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, and stress related to work or parenting.
What is his therapeutic style?
Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. He uses practical techniques to notice patterns, practice skills, and set values-based goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has 10 years of professional work experience in counseling and therapy.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LPC and LMFT credentials and is licensed in Louisiana.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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