- CBT
- Client-Centered
- Motivational Interviewing
About Chad
Chad Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, LCMFT in Kansas and LMFT in Missouri, with 19 years of experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, and anger among other concerns. Chad also helps with issues like depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, and questions about intimacy or career direction.
He frames therapy as a place to tell and reshape a person's story. He uses straightforward conversation to help clients notice patterns that cause frustration or conflict. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings to reduce reactivity and improve communication.
Chad draws on several approaches to match what each person needs. He uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow a person's priorities, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and Motivational Interviewing to support moves toward meaningful change. Narrative and Solution-Focused methods are also part of his toolbox when useful.
He has worked with blended family issues, codependency, first responder concerns, and fatherhood issues, among other specific focuses. Chad describes progress as small, testable changes that add up over time. He helps people practice new responses so they feel more manageable in everyday life.
Sessions aim to address practical problems like communication breakdowns, impulsivity, and coping with life changes. He asks people to set clear goals, try strategies in the real world, and review what worked. That makes therapy concrete and action-oriented rather than abstract.
How his approaches translate to online work
Chad commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions. Client-Centered Therapy means the therapist follows the client's priorities and listens for what matters most. It helps with making sense of relationship patterns and deciding which problems to tackle first. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors. It is useful for anger, anxiety, and changing reactions that cause distress.He also uses Motivational Interviewing to support readiness for change. That method helps people clarify their goals and find practical next steps they feel willing to try. Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process; the therapist and client review goals and try methods that match those goals and preferences.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work and family demands, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. The therapist will help tailor the session pace and homework to fit everyday life so the strategies can be practiced between meetings.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Kansas, Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns. His focus list also includes anger, depression, addictions, trauma, and career questions.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses straightforward conversation and practical steps. He combines client-centered listening with CBT, motivational interviewing, narrative and solution-focused techniques.
How many years has he been practicing?
He has 19 years of professional experience working with people on relationship, family, and individual concerns.
What credentials and region are listed?
He holds LCMFT in Kansas and LMFT in Missouri and practices in Missouri.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept clients from other countries?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.