- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Attachment work
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 people facing addictions, relationship concerns, family conflict, intimacy-related issues, parenting challenges, stress, anxiety, and mood concerns. Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are accepted.
He sees a wide range of life challenges including grief, trauma and abuse, eating and sleeping problems, anger, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and depression. He also supports people coping with career changes, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and chronic health issues. Additional focus areas listed include attachment issues, adoption and foster care, and body image concerns.
John uses several therapeutic approaches to guide his work. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is among his stated approaches and is used alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). In sessions he treats the client as the expert on their story and looks for strengths to build from.
His style emphasizes straightforward conversation and practical steps people can try between sessions. He encourages clients to notice patterns in how they react and to test small changes that may feel manageable. The initial sign-up asks for a short questionnaire to match goals and preferences, then a first session is scheduled.
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients select the See online therapy options button, complete the matching questionnaire, and schedule the first session.
Approaches used online and how they help
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is centered on identifying and working with emotions that drive relationship patterns and personal reactions. It can help people notice repetitive emotional responses and try different ways of connecting or responding to others.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then taking actions that match personal values. ACT often helps with anxiety, stress, and managing difficult moods.
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at early and current patterns of relating to others. It helps people see how attachment styles shape expectations, emotional responses, and interactions with close people.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will ask about goals, history, and what feels most useful, then work together to choose or combine methods that fit the client's needs and preferences.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-in meetings when needed, and let people connect from different locations. Ask about available session lengths and ways to schedule that match daily routines.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with addictions, relationship and family conflict, intimacy-related issues, parenting, stress, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, trauma, and related life challenges.
What therapeutic style does he use?
He lists Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) as one of his approaches and also uses ACT, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and CBT.
How much experience does he have?
He has 10 years of professional experience working with people on a range of concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC and an LMFT licensed in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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