- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About Gary
Gary Gabbard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 23 years of experience. He has run a private practice since 1999 and has worked in settings that included outplacement services, an alcohol treatment center, and a methadone clinic.
He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, career questions, and addiction concerns. He also works with issues tied to family of origin, grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy, parenting and anger. Additional areas he addresses include abandonment, codependency, communication problems, and infidelity.
In session he draws on Client-Centered and psychodynamic ideas alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness practices. That mix is used to help clients bring awareness to unhelpful patterns, learn new ways of responding, and reconnect with what matters to them.
Gabbard describes part of his work as helping people notice and honor an inner “free child” that influences choices and energy. He encourages exploring how personal values and early experiences shape current decisions and relationships.
He has 23 years of counseling experience across private and contracted roles. He has provided individual and couples work and has supervised counseling interns during his career. He practices in Texas and meets with English-speaking clients.
To begin, clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule an initial session using the platform’s online options.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Gabbard uses Client-Centered Therapy to focus on the client’s perspective and immediate concerns. That approach emphasizes listening, reflecting what a person says, and helping them make choices that feel right. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is also part of his work and is used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try concrete behavior changes to reduce anxiety or depression.These methods are brought into a collaborative conversation. The therapist and client discuss what is most useful, try different ways of working, and adjust based on the client’s goals and preferences. Figuring out which approach fits best is treated as an ongoing part of care rather than a fixed decision.
Session format details are not specified in the biography, so confirm available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or avoid travel between work or school. Licensed professionals commonly adapt CBT tasks, mindfulness exercises, and client-centered conversations to remote sessions so work continues without interrupting everyday life.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and career concerns as well as addictions, grief and trauma-related issues.
What is his approach in sessions?
Sessions combine Client-Centered, psychodynamic, CBT and mindfulness elements to notice patterns and try practical changes.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 23 years of counseling experience, including private practice and contracted work in Texas.
What are his credentials and where does he work?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does he use?
Confirm current session options before booking since the biography does not specify which formats are offered.
How much does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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