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Arnold Lavaire, LCPC, LPC
Illinois
LCPC LPC - Anxiety and Relationship help
See online therapy options- CBT informed
- Bilingual English Spanish
- 15 years experience
About Arnold
Arnold Lavaire is an LCPC and an LPC with 15 years of experience. He is bilingual and conducts sessions in English and Spanish. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression.
He uses straight language and practical steps in sessions. He helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and patterns. He also pays attention to life story, values, and current problems when planning work together.
Arnold trained in psychology and counseling and completed theological study. He served five years in the US Navy and brings that life experience into conversations when it is relevant. He was born in Honduras and moved to the United States in 1996.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with client-centered and narrative ideas. That means he looks at thinking and behavior patterns, listens to personal stories, and supports small, doable changes. Sessions tend to focus on specific goals and steps people can try between meetings.
He also works with issues such as blended family concerns, communication problems, divorce and separation, and family of origin questions. Other areas he addresses include immigration issues, impulsivity, loneliness, jealousy, men's issues, midlife crisis, veteran and armed forces issues, multicultural concerns, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety.
Arnold aims for clear planning and follow-through in therapy. He asks about goals, offers exercises and reflections, and checks progress each session. People who prefer straightforward, structured conversation and practical tasks may find this style helpful.
How his approaches translate to online work
Arnold commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered ideas, and narrative approaches in remote sessions. CBT focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and on testing simple changes to see what helps. Client-centered methods emphasize listening and reflecting so people can clarify goals and make decisions that fit their values. Narrative work looks at personal stories and how different ways of telling those stories can open up new options.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. He will work with the client to choose methods that match the person's goals, needs, and preferences. That collaboration includes checking what is helping and adjusting methods over time.
Session formats should be confirmed before booking. The therapist's biography does not list specific online formats, so ask which options are offered when you sign up. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins during a break, avoiding travel time, or choosing a phone conversation when video would be difficult. Those practical advantages often help people keep regular appointments and try new skills between meetings.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Virginia, Illinois
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression. He also focuses on blended family issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, and related topics.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
He uses CBT to notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and to try new responses. Sessions include practical exercises and steps to practice between meetings.
What background does he bring to his work?
He has a B.S. in Psychology, an M.A. in Counseling, and an M.Div. He also served five years in the US Navy and draws on that experience when relevant.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LCPC and LPC credentials with licensure noted in Illinois and Virginia. His practice location is Illinois.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are accepted. Confirm any scheduling or time zone details when arranging sessions.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Confirm the current fee structure before booking.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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