Ian Schroeder

Ian Schroeder is a licensed counselor who helps people work through stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, and trauma. He also supports people facing relationship strain, questions about gender identity, self-esteem struggles, career concerns, and major life changes. Ian uses a collaborative, person-centered style and aims to meet each person where they are.

Ian draws on 15 years of experience and speaks from personal experience in recovery from addiction. That background influences how he connects with people who have similar struggles. He emphasizes respect for each person’s history and the strengths that helped them get this far.

In sessions Ian blends practical techniques with listening and guidance. He uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies. Together with the client he shapes a plan that fits real life and real goals.

Ian makes space for people exploring gender identity and those seeking gender-affirming counseling. He also works with concerns like eating issues, parenting stress, and coping with change. His focus is on helping people find clearer direction and calmer daily routine.

People who choose Ian can expect down-to-earth conversation, focused skill work, and joint problem solving. He encourages active participation and practical steps between sessions. The overall aim is steady progress toward the goals the person sets.

How his approaches translate to online care

Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person's perspective and building a plan together. It emphasizes listening, respect, and collaboration to help someone move toward their goals and feel more understood.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises and homework to change unhelpful patterns that keep stress, anxiety, or anger going.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an approach used for processing traumatic memories and reducing their emotional impact. When appropriate, it is applied alongside other methods to address trauma symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and pick methods that fit the person's needs, goals, and preferences. This is a collaborative conversation that can change as progress is made.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Because session formats were not specified in the profile, confirm the available options before booking to see what works best for scheduling and comfort. Many people find online care helps them keep momentum between sessions while using the same therapeutic tools they would get in person.