Larry Laehn

Larry Laehn is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin with 30 years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anger, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, and major life changes. He aims to make the first step feel manageable and clear for people who are worried or worn out.

Larry blends a client-centered style with practical tools that people can use between sessions. He focuses on helping clients improve coping, communication, and self-esteem. Sessions often involve identifying what matters most and finding small, doable changes to improve daily life.

His background includes work in vocational rehabilitation and community mental health. That experience shapes how he helps with workplace stress, role transitions, and complex medical or caregiving situations. He also supports people facing chronic illness, end-of-life concerns, and challenges tied to aging.

Larry uses a range of approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, existential ideas, and client-centered work. He adapts these methods to each person rather than applying one fixed model. The goal is practical progress, not jargon.

People who meet with him can expect straightforward conversation, a steady presence, and collaborative planning. He encourages clients to test small changes and notice what helps. For those juggling work, health issues, or caregiving, he offers focused guidance to regain balance and move forward.

How Larry’s approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed steps toward them despite difficult feelings. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and issues like anger that come up around life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on practical strategies to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and it often helps with depression, anxiety, sleep problems, and addiction. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness.

Larry approaches treatment collaboratively. He will work with each person to decide which mix of methods fits best. That decision is based on the client’s goals, daily responsibilities, and what has helped or not helped in the past.

If you are considering online work, confirm the available session formats before booking since they are not listed here. Online options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also make it possible to continue care through job changes, medical issues, or relocation within the same state. Talk with the therapist during the matching process to pick an approach and session rhythm that suit your schedule and goals.