- Action oriented
- Client focused
- Experience with addictions
About Laronne
Laronne James is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas with 14 years in the mental health field. She brings practical experience from work in criminal justice, addiction services, and psychiatric settings. Laronne describes herself as down-to-earth and focused on helping people find workable ways to feel better.
Laronne's early work included supporting people involved in the justice system and facilitating groups for high school students facing substance-use consequences. She also spent many years working with people who have intellectual and developmental differences, collaborating with psychiatrists and serving as a team leader. That background shaped her attention to clear, practical steps in therapy.
Her clinical approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which she uses as an action-oriented way to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. She also values Client-Centered Therapy and centers each persons goals and experience in the room. Sessions are meant to be collaborative and driven by what the person wants to change.
Laronne often helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, past trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, sleep problems, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and life transitions such as retirement or disability. She also lists a focus on aging and geriatric issues, guilt and shame, isolation, and panic.
The overall tone she aims for is practical and respectful. Laronne works to provide tools people can use between sessions and to tailor the plan to each person's needs and pace.
Approaches in online sessions and how they help
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and making the work reflect the person's own goals. It emphasizes empathy, respect, and accepting the persons perspective so sessions follow what matters most to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact. It breaks issues into manageable steps and teaches practical tools for problems like anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to choose methods that match their needs and goals. That means trying different techniques and adjusting what happens in sessions so the plan fits the person.
The practical advantages of remote work include fitting therapy into a busy day and keeping appointments easier to attend. If you prefer remote options, confirm available session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online work can make it simpler to keep regular check-ins and to practice tools between sessions without a long commute.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Laronne address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and intimacy-related concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her work is collaborative and practical, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a client-centered focus to build skills and meet personal goals.
What is her professional background?
She has 14 years of experience across criminal justice, addiction services, psychiatric intensive outpatient work, and long-term support for people with intellectual disabilities.
What credentials and region are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.