Therapist profile
Ian Guthrie, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Family and parenting focus
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- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Parenting concerns
About Ian
Ian Guthrie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with seven years of counseling experience and more than fifteen years working in addiction and mental health settings. He helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, or substance use. He also addresses relationship concerns, parenting strains, grief, and challenges with motivation and purpose.
Ian uses a practical, problem-focused style grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with influences from Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused techniques, existential ideas, and mindfulness practices. Sessions look at specific thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, while also identifying small, doable changes. He often helps people notice what matters most to them and set realistic steps toward that.
Parents and adults who are managing family problems, fatherhood questions, caregiver stress, or conflict with relatives will find this approach aimed at clarity and action. Ian has long experience with addiction and with mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, and he brings that background into conversations about coping and recovery.
He speaks English and accepts clients from outside the United States. Practical matters like scheduling and fees vary by location; the site uses a cancelable subscription for sessions. To begin, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Ian keeps sessions direct and down-to-earth. He prioritizes clear goals, measurable steps, and regular review so people can see what is changing and what still needs work.
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How his approaches translate to online sessions
Ian uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thought patterns and try different behaviors. CBT focuses on small experiments and practical steps that can reduce anxiety, depression, or problematic habits.He also draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify what they want and to build internal motivation for change. That approach is useful when someone feels stuck or unsure about making adjustments to substance use, parenting routines, or daily habits.
Choosing an approach is a shared process. Ian will talk with each person about goals and preferences and recommend which methods to try first. He checks progress regularly and adapts plans if something is not working.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use different formats for convenience, and Ian will discuss what suits a client's routine and practical needs during the initial scheduling conversation.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship issues, parenting, grief, and related concerns listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a practical, problem-focused approach based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with elements of Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years as a Licensed Professional Counselor and over fifteen years of experience in addiction and mental health contexts.
Where is he licensed and practicing from?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Missouri and practices from that location.
Does he hold sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients as noted in his profile.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Session cost varies with location; the service uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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