PuttingFamilyFirst

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

JL Portrait of John Llauget
Online therapist

John Llauget

Compassionate guidance for parents and families

Credentials
LMHC
Experience
39 years
Licensed in
Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About John

John Llauget is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor who works with parents and families facing stress, parenting challenges, grief, mood concerns, and other life changes. He brings a calm, practical style and focuses on clear, usable tools that parents can try between sessions. He speaks English and has practiced in a range of settings since 1977.

John began his clinical work in a psychiatric hospital and later provided outpatient care at a community health center.

Background and approach

He has experience as an employee assistance counselor, school counselor, associate professor, and court evaluator. For about 20 years he worked specifically with people affected by cancer, helping them cope with illness, treatment stress, and emotional strain. His training includes a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Stephen F.

Austin State University and an Educational Specialist degree from the University of South Florida. He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LMHC - in Florida, with decades of clinical practice to draw on. In sessions he takes time to learn about a person’s situation before suggesting strategies.

He emphasizes teaching coping tools for stress, sleep, and emotional regulation. He also has formal training in trauma-focused methods and uses those skills when trauma is part of the story. Outside of traditional therapy techniques, John has integrated movement and mind-body practices from martial arts, qigong, and meditation into work with clients who find those approaches helpful.

He values patience, persistence, and straightforward communication while helping families manage challenges.

Online approaches that fit family life

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely to where a person or parent is coming from and responding with empathy. This approach helps people feel heard and can make it easier to discuss sensitive family or parenting struggles.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect mood and stress. It teaches concrete skills for sleep, anger, anxiety, and coping with life changes that parents can practice between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. John will collaborate with each person or family to choose methods that match goals and comfort level. He combines talking, practical exercises, and sometimes trauma-focused techniques if past events are contributing to current problems.

Online sessions using video calls, phone, chat, or text let families fit therapy into busy schedules and varied routines. These formats make it easier to attend from home, follow up between meetings, and use short check-ins when a full session is not possible. Flexibility in format supports consistent progress while balancing family responsibilities.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

EMDR

A structured protocol used with distressing memories, pairing recall with guided attention tasks. Some therapists adapt it for video sessions; whether that fits is worth asking about directly.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does John commonly address with families?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, anger, sleep troubles, ADHD, bipolar concerns, addictions, trauma, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on cancer, caregiver stress, and chronic illness.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach and style?
He starts by getting to know the person and family before recommending methods. He teaches practical tools for managing stress and emotions and uses a patient, compassionate manner in sessions.
How long has he practiced in mental health?
He has 39 years of experience, beginning clinical work in 1977 across inpatient and outpatient settings and in roles such as school counselor and EAP counselor.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds the LMHC credential and is licensed in Florida under FL LMHC MH1494.
Which languages and international arrangements are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available for online care?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as formats for remote therapy.
How is cost handled for services?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Also works with

Experience
39 years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English

Next step

Talk to John

  • Takes a few minutes
  • Nothing to set up just to look
  • Stop at any point