Ian Schroeder , LPC, LMHC

His pronouns are he/him. Ian Schroeder approaches counseling as a collaborative partner, walking alongside people as they move toward healing and the goals they set for themselves. He uses a trauma-informed, person-centered framework that emphasizes honoring each individual's story and recognizing the strengths that have carried them to this point. Ian believes therapy works best when it reflects the client's priorities, so he works closely with people to co-create a plan of care rather than applying a one-size-fits-all solution.

Ian brings lived experience with addiction and recovery to his clinical work, which he finds enhances his ability to connect with others facing similar struggles. He specializes in supporting people who identify as part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals dealing with addiction, those affected by trauma and abuse, and people seeking gender-affirming counseling. He also works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, parenting, eating and body image, self-esteem, anger, career questions, and coping with life transitions.

His primary therapeutic tools include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Ian emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, and respect for each person's unique path as he supports clients in building lasting change and resilience.

How His Therapeutic Approaches Work Online

Client-centered therapy focuses on the client's own goals and values, offering an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client's lead and helps them explore their experiences and choices. This approach suits people seeking understanding, self-exploration, and support in making decisions that fit their life.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and problem-solving, and helps clients develop skills they can apply between sessions.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapy used to process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact. It can be helpful for people coping with trauma-related symptoms and for those who want to lessen the intensity of past experiences.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Ian works with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts the plan as progress unfolds. Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility in how care is delivered - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and maintain continuity of support from a distance.