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- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Existential and mindfulness
- Trauma informed techniques
About Brooks
Brooks Johnson is a Florida LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) with 27 years of clinical experience. He focuses on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, addictions, relationship strain, self-esteem, and grief. He also lists family-related issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy struggles, anger, career challenges, and coping with life changes among his areas of work.
Johnson describes a practical, person-focused way of working. He starts by assuming people have purpose and potential, and he helps them notice patterns that get in the way. Sessions draw on cognitive-behavioral ideas alongside existential thinking and mindfulness techniques. He also uses solution-focused steps and trauma-informed tools when relevant.
He references neuropsychotherapy as a guiding framework that can include several therapeutic theories. That means he combines discussion, skill practice, and reflective questions rather than relying on a single method. He also says spiritual topics are discussed when clients want that included and are matched to each person’s beliefs.
Johnson notes that his formal education is part of his work, but life experience has been equally important to his approach. He aims to offer straightforward feedback and practical techniques to help people change patterns. Sessions typically involve setting small goals, practicing new ways of thinking, and reviewing what worked between meetings.
People looking for help with caregiver stress, aging or geriatric concerns, codependency, substance issues, or life-purpose questions will find these areas listed among his focus topics. He works in English and practices in Florida as an LMHC.
How sessions work
Approaches used in online sessions
Brooks commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in his work. CBT involves looking at unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression. Mindfulness Therapy focuses on simple awareness skills that help people notice emotions without reacting immediately, which can be useful for stress, anger, and impulse control.He also brings elements of Existential Therapy when conversations turn to meaning, purpose, or life direction. That approach helps people examine values and make choices that fit their life rather than following assumptions. Together these methods offer practical steps and reflective conversation so clients can try small changes between meetings.
Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to pick approaches that match their goals, preferences, and the issues they want to address. That may mean using CBT exercises one week and mindfulness practice the next, or focusing on meaning-focused questions when life-purpose topics emerge.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals often adapt homework, behavioral experiments, and mindfulness practice so they fit into everyday life and responsibilities.
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Experience
27+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He lists stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, addictions, relationship strain, grief, trauma, and several family-related concerns among his focus areas.
What is his general way of working?
He uses a mix of approaches including cognitive-behavioral, existential, mindfulness, solution-focused, and trauma-informed practices to suit each person’s needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has 27 years of professional experience in counseling and related clinical work.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Florida LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) and practices in Florida.
Can he work with people who don’t speak English?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does he accept international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
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 a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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