Ian Guthrie, LPC

Missouri LPC specializing in addiction and mental health

CBT-based approach
Motivational Interviewing influence
Accepts international clients

About Ian Guthrie

Ian Guthrie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri who brings both clinical training and extensive hands-on experience to his work. He has about seven years of formal counseling experience and more than a decade and a half focused on addiction and mental health, supporting people across the lifespan from children to older adults. Ian works with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety and stress, depression, relationship challenges, addiction, and difficulties with motivation, helping clients develop practical strategies to move forward.

He approaches counseling with an eclectic, goal-oriented style that is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a method that links thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to create effective change - and informed by Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused techniques, and existential perspectives. This blend allows him to tailor interventions to each person, whether the priority is coping with life transitions, addressing trauma and grief, managing mood disorders, or improving relationship and parenting dynamics.

Ian frames therapy as a collaborative effort to build a new vision and concrete plans for overcoming longstanding obstacles. He aims to empower clients with tools and insights that support sustained progress and personal growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteem Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ian Guthrie have?

Ian Guthrie has seven years of experience as a counselor, along with over fifteen years of work focused on addiction and mental health.

Is Ian Guthrie a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: MO LPC 2016035081.

In which languages does Ian Guthrie provide therapy?

Ian provides therapy in English.

Where is Ian Guthrie located?

Ian Guthrie is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Ian Guthrie as my therapist?

You can work with Ian through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ian Guthrie work with international clients?

Yes, Ian Guthrie accepts international clients.

How much does therapy with Ian Guthrie cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Ian Guthrie uses several well-established approaches that translate effectively to online care. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact; it provides practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns related to addiction or low motivation. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people explore their own reasons for change and build internal motivation - it is especially useful for addiction, ambivalence about treatment, and shifting habits. Existential Therapy invites clients to examine meaning, values, and personal responsibility in the face of life transitions or persistent concerns, helping when people feel stuck, empty, or challenged by major life questions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Ian works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to match progress and emerging concerns. This partnership helps create a tailored plan rather than a one-size-fits-all model.

Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and continuity of care. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals, accommodate busy routines, and maintain momentum between in-person opportunities when needed.

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