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Online therapist

John David Lobue

Therapist focused on family and relationships

Credentials
LPC
Experience
10 years
Licensed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About John

John David Lobue is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Colorado who focuses on family and parenting concerns as well as stress and relationship challenges. He speaks English and works with people facing anxiety, trauma, and life changes. His tone is calm and straightforward, aimed at parents who need clear help without jargon.

He uses practical conversation to learn what matters most to each person. Sessions are tailored to fit individual needs, with attention to communication problems, attachment and abandonment concerns, and issues that arise during divorce and separation.

Background and approach

He also addresses forgiveness, self-love, and men’s issues when they come up in sessions. John has 10 years of experience as an LPC. He values respect, sensitivity, and compassion while helping people make steady progress.

He encourages small, doable steps that build confidence and calm. In a first meeting he will listen, ask straightforward questions, and suggest a plan you both agree on. That plan may include short-term strategies for coping with stress and longer-term work on relationships and healing from trauma.

Whether a parent needs help managing family conflict or someone is ready to address anxiety and past hurts, he aims to make therapy understandable and useful. Getting started begins with a simple intake and scheduling process.</description_html

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

John draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear actions and real-life change. One approach helps people learn tools to manage stress and anxiety through practical strategies for breathing, activity pacing, and shifting unhelpful thoughts. This is useful when worry or panic make daily tasks hard.

Another approach centers on understanding attachment and communication patterns in relationships. Sessions explore how past experiences shape responses today and practice new ways of talking and setting boundaries. That work can help with family conflict, separation, or recurring arguments.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and is decided together. He listens to the concerns, discusses options, and adjusts methods based on the client’s goals and preferences. The client’s needs guide whether short-term coping skills or longer relational work comes first.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy parents and people on varied schedules. Video calls let you meet face-to-face from home, phone sessions remove travel time, and live chat or text messaging can bridge gaps between sessions. These options help keep therapy consistent and accessible while fitting into family life and daily routines.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, relationship conflict, family issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include abandonment, attachment issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, men’s issues, and self-love.
What is his therapeutic style?
He takes a practical, conversational approach and tailors sessions to each person. Expect direct listening, collaborative planning, and down-to-earth strategies for coping and relationship work.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 10 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor. That experience includes supporting people with anxiety, family conflict, and trauma.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds the LPC credential and practices in Colorado. The license reference is CO LPC LPC.0020419.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Multiple formats are offered to match different schedules and needs.
How are costs and billing handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and use a subscription model. The subscription can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist’s availability.

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Experience
10 years
Licensed
Colorado
Languages
English

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