- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Blended family issues
About Gary
Gary Gabbard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 23 years of clinical experience. He began his counseling career after completing a Master in Counseling in 1997 and has run a private practice since 1999.
His work covers a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting, addiction, grief, and career questions. He also lists blended family issues among his focus areas, along with topics such as communication problems, infidelity, and fatherhood issues. Sessions tend to address everyday problems in clear terms rather than clinical jargon.
Over two decades he has worked in private practice and in contract positions with outplacement firms, an alcohol treatment center, and a methadone clinic. That background has led to experience with adults, couples, and teenagers, and includes supervising counseling interns.
His approach mixes several methods. He draws on client-centered work to follow what matters most to the person in the room. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to change patterns of thinking and behavior. Mindfulness practices and psychodynamic ideas also appear in his sessions when relevant.
People who seek him out are likely looking for practical ways to manage emotions, improve communication, and handle life transitions. Readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Gary integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in straightforward ways. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following what matters most to the person. It helps clarify values and personal priorities when household roles change. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors and uses clear strategies to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful routines.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with the person to see which methods fit current goals and preferences. That may mean trying different techniques and adjusting them as needs shift in a blended household or after a separation.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make sessions easier to fit into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals commonly adapt exercises, thought records, and mindfulness practices to a virtual meeting so progress continues even when schedules are tight.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, addictions, grief, parenting concerns, and more. Blended family issues are listed among his focus areas.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a mix of client-centered listening and active techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. Sessions emphasize practical steps and clearer communication.
How much experience does he have?
He has 23 years of clinical experience, begun after completing a Master in Counseling in 1997 and running private practice since 1999.
What credential and state licensure does he hold?
He holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Texas as a TX LPC.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific formats. Verify whether sessions are in person, phone, or video when you schedule.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, so check the plan details for exact pricing.
How do I begin scheduling a first appointment?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session through the provided booking steps.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.