- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship skills
- CBT and DBT methods
About Craig
Craig Gordon is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - licensed in Virginia and the District of Columbia with 12 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, and the challenges that come with major life changes. He works with young adults facing the pressures of starting work, leaving home, study, and identity questions.
Craig uses straightforward conversation to identify what is most pressing for each person. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach coping strategies and to change patterns that keep problems stuck. He also uses the Gottman Method for relationship work, focusing on communication and repair skills when conflict becomes frequent.
Sessions focus on practical steps. Craig helps people build manageable tools for anxiety, mood, and stress. For relationship concerns he helps people practice specific communication techniques and rebuild trust where it has been damaged.
He has worked across a range of issues that often overlap, including attachment and abandonment concerns, isolation and loneliness, issues related to autism or Asperger Syndrome, and challenges around family of origin. He also addresses men’s issues, divorce and separation, and impulsivity when it affects daily life.
Craig asks questions, listens, and offers clear techniques to try between meetings. He encourages small experiments that can produce measurable change. To begin, people complete a brief questionnaire and schedule an initial session to see if his approach fits their needs.
How his approaches translate to online work
Craig uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to build practical strategies for anxiety and depression. CBT sessions often include homework exercises and step-by-step plans to test new ways of responding to stress.He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotional regulation and distress tolerance. DBT tools can be useful when emotions feel overwhelming or when impulsive reactions cause problems. For relationship concerns he draws on the Gottman Method, which focuses on improving communication, increasing positive interactions, and repairing conflict patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Craig will discuss what feels most relevant and test techniques to see which fit your goals and daily life. He works collaboratively to adjust methods based on progress and preference.
If you prefer online sessions, confirm the exact session formats before booking so you know what is offered. This profile does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around school or work, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time so therapy fits into a busy day. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT, DBT, and Gottman practices to remote sessions while focusing on concrete skills and communication practice.
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Virginia, District of Columbia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. He also addresses related concerns like attachment, isolation, and issues tied to family of origin.
How would he describe his therapeutic approach?
He uses concrete techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and applies the Gottman Method for relationship work. Sessions emphasize skills you can practice between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional work experience as a counselor. That includes work on anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Virginia and the District of Columbia, practicing from Virginia.
Can he work with non-English speakers or international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking so you know whether remote or in-person formats are available. The profile does not specify formats directly.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Check the service for the exact fee structure for your area.
How do I get started with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That initial step begins the intake and scheduling process.
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