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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Bilingual English Spanish
About Arnold
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 15 years of experience, Arnold Lavaire helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and depression. He conducts counseling in English and Spanish. Arnold was born in Honduras and served five years in the U.S. Navy before settling in the United States.
Arnold uses conversational, direct sessions to help people manage symptoms and make practical changes. He draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow what each person brings. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thinking patterns that keep problems going.
His training includes a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Campbell University, a Master of Arts in Counseling from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, and a Master of Divinity from Mid-America Reformed Seminary. He holds an IL LCPC and a VA LPC.
In session he listens for the concrete problems people want to change. He then works with them on steps they can try between appointments. Typical topics include blended family issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, family of origin concerns, immigration issues, and post-traumatic stress.
Arnold also supports callers dealing with isolation, jealousy, impulsivity, men’s issues, midlife concerns, veterans and armed forces issues, and multicultural stressors. He frames work in plain language and offers therapy in English or Spanish. International clients are accepted; check current session options before booking.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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How his approaches guide online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening to what each person brings and following their priorities. It helps when someone needs a space to talk about feelings and to clarify what matters most to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and behaviors and looks for practical changes. It is useful for anxiety, depression and stress where small changes in thinking or routines can reduce symptoms.
Narrative Therapy helps people separate themselves from their problems by retelling life events and finding new meanings. It can be helpful for identity questions, cultural concerns and processing past hurt.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. Arnold will discuss these methods with each person and choose techniques based on goals, preferences and the issues presented. The process is collaborative and adjustments are made as needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals often adapt exercises used in CBT and narrative work for remote sessions to keep progress moving between meetings.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Virginia, Illinois
Languages
English, Spanish
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, trauma and depression, plus related topics like blended family issues, immigration concerns, and post-traumatic stress.
What is his therapeutic style?
Sessions are conversational and practical. He combines Client-Centered listening with CBT exercises and narrative approaches to identify problems and find steps forward.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of counseling experience and five years of prior military service in the U.S. Navy.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds an IL LCPC and a VA LPC and is based in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes, international clients are accepted. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Fees vary by location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.