Therapist profile
Laronne James, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Parenting and addiction concerns
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- CBT techniques
- Client-centered care
- Substance use focus
About Laronne
Laronne James is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 14 years of experience in mental health work. She has a background in addictions and psychiatric care and lists stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping difficulties, parenting, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD among the concerns she addresses.
She began her career in criminal justice and addictions work, supporting people with intellectual disabilities and federal parolees facing substance use problems. Early roles included facilitating a high school group for students who tested positive on substance screenings. That work led to roles alongside psychiatrists and team leadership with people on the autism spectrum and others with intellectual disabilities.
During her clinical training she worked in a psychiatric hospital within an intensive outpatient program. After earning her LPC, she moved into social services to work with a broader mix of people and life challenges. Her experience includes work with substance use, mood disorders, trauma, and adjustment around disability, retirement, and loss.
Her main clinical approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which she describes as action-focused and useful for a range of problems. She also practices Client-Centered Therapy and aims to use practical tools that clients can apply between sessions.
Laronne prefers collaborative work that focuses on concrete strategies and problem solving. People who want straightforward, skills-based sessions about parenting stress, grief, substance concerns, or anxiety may find this a good fit.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful therapeutic relationship. It helps people feel understood and guides conversations toward what matters most to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills such as behavioral experiments, thought records, and problem-solving. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, anger, and some sleep and addiction concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Laronne will review how you respond to different methods and help choose tools that match your goals and preferences. That collaborative process means techniques may shift as progress is made or new needs emerge.
The therapist's biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They can also make it simpler to use written exercises and worksheets between meetings. Ask about available formats and how sessions are scheduled when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, trauma and related concerns including parenting strain and sleep problems.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her work is primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Client-Centered Therapy influences, focusing on practical tools and collaborative problem solving.
How much experience does she have?
She has 14 years of experience across addictions, psychiatric care, and social services settings.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is an LPC licensed in Texas and is based in Texas.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to people outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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