Ronald Lawler , LPC

Ronald Lawler is a licensed professional counselor who brings two decades of experience to work with individuals and families navigating change. Based in Tennessee, he specializes in stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and depression, and he also addresses issues such as abandonment, communication problems, control issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, mood disorders, self-love, and workplace challenges. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, reflecting his training and credentials to provide clinical counseling.

He takes a direct, nonjudgmental approach that focuses on practical methods to support healing and growth. Treatment is tailored to each person's situation and moves forward in steps rather than expecting instant change. Ronald emphasizes collaborative, individualized plans that help clients build skills, gain insight, and make sustainable progress over time.

Clients work with him to explore circumstances that feel overwhelming or that are taking a heavy toll on relationships and daily life. He has particular experience supporting people and families in transition and those dealing with spiritual conflict alongside symptoms of depression, anxiety, or problems related to addictive behavior. His goal is to empower individuals and families to live with greater abundance and resilience.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Ronald commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in his work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and developing practical skills to test and change those patterns - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills that can help with mood instability, intense emotions, and relationship difficulties. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused style of conversation that helps people explore ambivalence and find internal motivation for change, which can be especially useful with addictions and behavior change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ronald works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts strategies over time as progress is made. This shared decision making helps tailor treatment to what will be most helpful for the individual or family.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can happen by video call, over the phone, through live chat, or via text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules or to continue care during transitions. These options support consistent access to a licensed professional and make regular work on goals more achievable for many people.