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Dr. John Reid

Compassionate clinician for stress and identity concerns

About John

Dr. John Reid supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, LGBT concerns, and coping with life changes, with additional attention to guilt and shame, narcissism, and sexuality.

Background and approach

He brings 21 years of professional experience to his work and adapts care to each person's circumstances and goals. As a licensed clinician, he emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while helping clients explore patterns, build coping skills, and consider new ways of relating to themselves and others.

Dr. Reid holds the credential LCP and maintains licensure in both Illinois and Kansas.

He frames therapy as a collaborative process, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the needs presented by each person. He encourages those taking the first steps toward change and offers steady support and practical guidance through transitions, emotional challenges, and identity-related concerns.

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Dr. Reid uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and insight. Cognitive behavioral approaches help identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop concrete coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms. Emotion-focused work attends to feelings such as guilt, shame, and anger, helping people process emotional experiences and improve emotional regulation.

Determining the right approach is part of the collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to explore their needs, goals, and preferences, and then tailor methods and pacing so the work fits the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy with this clinician is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent care from licensed professionals while balancing work, family, and other commitments.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, LGBT issues, and coping with life changes, and also focuses on guilt and shame, narcissism, and sexuality.
What is the therapist's approach or style in sessions?
The clinician emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion and customizes dialogue and treatment plans to each person's needs and goals.
How long has the therapist been practicing?
He has 21 years of professional experience working with relevant emotional and identity-related concerns.
What credentials and locations are listed for this therapist?
The therapist holds the credential LCP and is licensed in Illinois and Kansas with the identifiers IL LCP 071.008610 and KS Psychologist LP 1322.
Which languages does the therapist offer services in and can international clients join?
Services are offered in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for working together?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How is cost handled for ongoing sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

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Experience
21 years
Licensed
Kansas, Illinois
Languages
English