Rev. Larry Payne , LPC

Rev. Larry Payne is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who brings decades of experience in the helping professions, including 15 years practicing as a licensed counselor. He frames therapy as an opportunity for personal exploration, insight, and meaningful change, guiding individuals through difficult seasons toward healthier adjustment and an improved quality of life. He works at each person’s pace to address the concerns they bring and to develop practical steps for progress.

He has supported many people facing grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, troubled relationships, and spiritual distress. In times of loss or upheaval, he believes a trained guide can make a practical difference in overcoming obstacles and in building a renewed life. His breadth of experience, compassion, and thoughtful insight inform his work with adults confronting these challenges.

He frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a method that attends to both thought patterns and behaviors to help clients discover new perspectives, change actions that impede adjustment, and build useful skills. He notes the strong research base behind CBT as a tool for positive change and, when appropriate, may integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) or Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma. Spirituality is often a meaningful resource in the therapeutic process; he respects each person’s spiritual viewpoint and draws on his progressive faith in the love and redeeming possibilities of life when it supports healing. He encourages those who are ready to take a step forward to pursue a new path toward well-being.

Could Virtual Counseling Be the Right Choice?

Many people weigh whether online therapy will meet their needs. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy can be a practical and effective option for many individuals who prefer or require remote care.

One of the clearest benefits is flexibility. People can connect with therapists in the format that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to maintain continuity during transitions.

Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and clients may choose to change therapists if they want a different fit. For those considering a remote approach, online therapy offers a way to access trained professionals and therapeutic approaches while adapting the experience to personal needs and daily life.