John Llauget , LMHC

John A. Llauget is a seasoned mental health professional with a career that spans decades and a breadth of clinical roles. He holds a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Stephen F. Austin State University and an Educational Specialist degree from the University of South Florida. He is licensed as a mental health counselor in Florida and as a licensed professional counselor in Alabama, and holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor.

His work in mental health began in 1977 in a psychiatric hospital and expanded into outpatient practice at a community health center, where he provided care for children, adolescents, families, and adults. Over the years he has served in diverse roles including employee assistance counselor, school counselor, associate professor at an international university, and court evaluator for guardianship matters. For the last 20 years he focused on oncology counseling, helping people cope with illness, stress, and related emotional challenges.

John integrates experiential practices into his work, drawing on training in traditional Okinawan karate to support self esteem and self control and teaching Qigong and meditation to older adults to promote mind-body well being. His therapeutic approach emphasizes learning about each person thoroughly and discussing concerns explicitly before making recommendations. He places strong emphasis on practical coping tools, has received training in trauma treatment, and values compassion, persistence, and patience when working toward change.

Approaches for Online Therapy and Practical Care

John Llauget draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship and helps clients explore their feelings and goals at their own pace. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) works by identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and introducing practical strategies to change them, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach used to process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact, often supporting recovery from trauma and abuse.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. John will work with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then recommend techniques that fit the individual. Sessions can combine approaches over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, or health challenges. These options can increase access to licensed professionals and make regular therapeutic work more convenient for people managing busy schedules or living at a distance.