My name is John A. Llauget. I hold a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from Stephen F. Austin State University and an Educational Specialist Degree in Counseling from University of South Florida. My career in mental health in 1977 working in a psychiatric hospital; and later as a outpatient therapist in a community mental health center working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. I was licensed in Florida in 1986 as a Mental Health Counselor and have maintained my license since that date. Also I have worked as an employee assistance counselor, school counselor, associate professor at an international university, and court evaluator for guardianship cases. For 20 years I worked as a cancer counselor with oncology clients helping them cope with illness, stress, and emotional distress. Additionally I have maintained a practice and interest in Traditional Okinawan Uechi-Ryu, earning a Masters rank in that system of training. I have used martial training with children & adolescents to develop self-control and self esteem. Later when I began working with an elderly population and clients dealing with physical limitations, I taught Qigong and Mindfulness Meditation as a way to improve their health, well-being, and cope with stress. My therapeutic style centers around getting to know a client, develop trust, and talking more explicitly about issues before making any recommendations. I am a strong advocate of evidence-based treatments and teaching ‘tools’ to cope with stress and emotional difficulties. I have gained training in trauma treatment because we now know that it is prevalent in our life experiences. I value compassion, persistence, and patience in working towards change. I look forward to working with you. I also value your time and want to use it productively in assisting you to reach your therapeutic goals.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
My goal is to develop a collaborative relationship with you. That is a working and trusting relationship in which you feel safe and understood. I want to target your most pressing issues and identify your therapeutic goals towards change. I expect that you will acquire useful tools to help cope with stress and emotional difficulties. And I want you to be satisfied in our work together.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
Client centered therapy Cognitive-Behavioral therapy EMDR Mindfulness/ Meditation Qigong
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have a vast amount of experience working in mental health. I continue to be enthusiastic and committed to the field. I am well read and believe in utilizing evidence based treatment methods to help clients experience health and well-being.