Ross Lafleur, LCPC - Therapist in Illinois

About Ross

Ross Lafleur is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Illinois with nine years of experience. He focuses on practical help for people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma, bipolar challenges, and major life changes. He aims to make first steps easier and meets clients with respect and calm.

Ross uses clear, down-to-earth conversation to identify what matters most to each person. He trained with a Master of Science in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and has worked in both independent practice and hospital settings.

Background and approach

His work draws heavily on cognitive-behavioral ideas while making room for mindfulness-based tools. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, for example, helps people notice difficult thoughts without getting stuck in them. Ross also uses elements of dialectical skills for emotional regulation and the Gottman Method for relationship concerns.

Sessions are shaped around each person’s needs and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all plan. He pays attention to life context, including the pressures artists and performers often face. Conversations lead to practical steps that can be used between sessions.

Ross aims to create a respectful, sensitive space for honest work. He encourages people to take one small step toward change and will help tailor an approach that fits daily life and responsibilities.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and act in line with their values. It is useful when worries or negative thoughts get in the way of living the life someone wants. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and teaches clear strategies to change them. It is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life transitions. The Gottman Method brings practical tools for relationship conversations and conflict management, helping partners communicate more clearly.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ross collaborates with each person to choose and adapt methods based on needs, goals, and what feels most helpful. He checks in as treatment evolves and adjusts techniques so they fit real life rather than a rigid plan.

Online sessions offer flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around busy days and caregiving duties. Licensed professionals can use these options to keep conversations going between meetings with brief messages or scheduled calls, making it simpler to practice new skills when they matter most.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ross address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes, with additional focus on men's issues and personality disorders.

What is his therapeutic style like?

Ross uses a straightforward, cognitive-behavioral approach blended with mindfulness and practical skills. Sessions are conversational and focused on actions you can use between meetings.

How long has he been practicing?

He has nine years of direct client experience in both independent practice and hospital settings.

What are his credentials and where is he licensed?

He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - LCPC - licensed in Illinois, IL LCPC 180.015153.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Sessions can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Also works with

Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Family conflicts
Men's issues
Personality disorders
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 9 years
Licensed: Illinois
Languages: English

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