- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- EMDR tools
About Lawrence
Lawrence "Lance" Bischoff is an LCPC - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - practicing in Montana with 16 years of experience. He works with adults facing common life strains such as stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship problems, parenting challenges, grief, sleep trouble, career concerns, ADHD, and mood disorders.
Lance favors a direct, narrative style. He focuses on connecting life events and patterns so clients can see clearer choices. Sessions move toward practical steps clients can use right away, not long lists of theory.
He draws from several approaches and picks what helps a person most. That can mean using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to manage strong feelings, or EMDR methods when past events keep coming up. He also uses client-centered and mindfulness ideas to keep work grounded in the client's experience.
Lance prefers video sessions and says chat feels impersonal for his style. He has worked with both U.S. and international clients and describes his work as adaptable - checking in often to see what is working and what needs changing.
He stresses simple, doable steps and a focus on present problems and realistic results. His background includes training in systems theory and clinical experience across a wide range of concerns, which he uses to help clients reframe patterns and practice different responses to stress and anger.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's concerns. In practice this means the therapist reflects what matters most to the client and helps them steer sessions toward immediate problems and goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and actions. Online sessions using CBT involve identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and practicing simpler, concrete changes that reduce stress or anger. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills for regulating strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness; these skills can be practiced in session and then applied between meetings.Figuring out the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to pick methods that fit their goals and preferences, and will check regularly to see what helps and what should change.
Confirm the precise session formats before booking, as current options are not listed here. He has said he prefers video sessions. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by cutting travel time, allowing a shorter check-in on a break, or letting someone choose a quieter time of day. Those practical advantages can help people use skills more consistently and keep progress moving without rearranging an entire schedule.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Montana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, grief, sleep problems, career issues, ADHD, bipolar and related mood concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
His style is direct and narrative. He aims to connect patterns in a client's life and move toward practical, doable steps.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 16 years of counseling experience working with a wide range of mental health and life challenges.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the credential LCPC - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - and practices out of Montana.
Does he work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
Which session formats does he offer?
He prefers video sessions and finds chat more impersonal; confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
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.