- Client-centered approach
- Trauma-informed care
- Faith-friendly option
About Larry
Larry Ivery, LPC offers calm, direct support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. He is approachable and focuses on building a steady therapeutic relationship so clients feel heard and understood. He also addresses concerns such as addiction, relationship and intimacy issues, and parenting strains. Larry notes an additional focus on adoption and foster care-related concerns.
With 28 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee, Larry adapts treatment to each person's needs. He uses practical methods that help people manage symptoms and move forward. Sessions may include talking through problems, learning coping strategies, and working on specific goals.
Larry integrates several counseling approaches to match what a client needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing offers a structured way to work with traumatic memories. Motivational Interviewing supports people who feel stuck and want to find internal motivation for change.
He also offers narrative and client-centered elements, inviting clients to tell their stories and lead the pace of work. Larry mentions he can provide counseling from a Christian worldview for those who prefer faith-informed sessions. He also has experience running group counseling when that format fits a client’s goals.
People who are considering therapy with Larry are invited to select Start Therapy, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to his availability. The approach is collaborative and tailored to the issues each person brings.
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy centers on the person in front of the therapist and values their perspective. In practice this means the therapist listens closely, follows the client's lead, and adjusts the pace so conversations feel manageable. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and testing small changes to see what helps. It can be useful for anxiety, panic, mood concerns, and many everyday struggles.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they decide whether to emphasize CBT, EMDR for trauma-focused work, or a client-centered narrative approach, and they adjust as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit work on goals into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins when small problems arise. Some formats may be better for short check-ins while others suit longer processing sessions, so discuss what will work best when you set up the first appointment.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
28+ years
Credentials
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Larry help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, and addictions. He also focuses on relationship challenges, intimacy issues, parenting concerns, and adoption and foster care matters.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are approachable and collaborative, with an emphasis on the therapy relationship. He uses practical methods to set goals, address symptoms, and teach coping skills.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 28 years of counseling experience to his practice. That background includes individual work and group counseling formats.
What credentials and region does he practice in?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Tennessee. Licensing is listed as TN LPC.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.