- Stress and anxiety
- LGBTQ issues
- Coping skills
About John
Dr. John Reid is an LCP with licenses in Illinois and Kansas and 21 years of professional work experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and coping with life changes. He also addresses LGBTQ concerns, guilt and shame, issues around narcissism, and questions about sexuality.
He keeps sessions straightforward and goal-focused. He talks with clients about what’s happening day to day and what patterns keep returning. Practical steps and clearer communication are often part of the work together. The tone is direct and respectful, with an emphasis on skills people can use outside sessions.
In early meetings he helps people identify triggers and immediate ways to reduce heated responses. He also looks at longer-term patterns that feed resentment or recurring conflict. For some people that means learning breathing and grounding strategies. For others it means changing how they raise hard topics with coworkers or partners.
He adapts the pace to each person’s needs. Conversations may include role-playing difficult discussions, planning small behavior changes, and reviewing which tactics worked during the week. He checks progress regularly and adjusts the plan when needed.
Dr. Reid brings two decades of experience to sessions and combines practical tools with steady clinical judgment. He offers clear, realistic options for handling anger and related concerns. If you want to explore next steps, follow the site’s booking flow to see online therapy options and schedule a first session.
Approaches used and how online sessions fit
Dr. Reid notes use of evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on immediate coping skills and longer-term behavioral change. One common approach emphasizes behavioral skills training - learning concrete actions such as breathing techniques, activity scheduling, and steps for de-escalation that reduce angry responses in the moment. This style helps people handle workplace frustration and tense conversations at home.Another approach centers on cognitive work - noticing the thoughts that fuel irritation and testing whether they are accurate. Changing unhelpful thinking can reduce recurring resentment and lower reactivity. These methods are practical and can be practiced between sessions to build steady progress.
Choosing the right mix of techniques is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify goals, try different strategies, and adjust the plan based on what is most useful. That shared decision-making helps ensure sessions stay focused and relevant.
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 weekday break or to avoid travel time. It also allows quick check-ins and consistent weekly meetings when schedules are busy. Licensed professionals can use these formats to help people turn short-term coping strategies into lasting changes.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Kansas, Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, coping with life changes, and related concerns such as guilt, shame, narcissism, and sexuality.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Sessions are practical and goal-focused, using discussion, skill practice, and behavior planning to reduce angry reactions and improve communication.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 21 years of professional work experience in clinical settings and private practice.
What credentials and location apply to his practice?
He holds the credential LCP and is licensed in Illinois and Kansas; his listed location is Kansas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.