- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Gerald
Gerald Ziemba is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina with 25 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, self-esteem struggles, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, parenting stress, anger, career changes, ADHD, and issues young adults commonly face.
Gerald uses a direct, interactive style in sessions. He focuses on practical steps people can try between meetings. Conversations aim to identify patterns, shift unhelpful thinking, and build small routines that reduce stress and improve sleep and focus.
He draws on cognitive behavioral tools to challenge thinking patterns that keep people stuck. He also uses client-centered listening to learn what matters to each person. Motivational interviewing helps when someone feels unsure about change or needs help clarifying goals.
Sessions often include skill practice for communication, managing anger, or addressing intimacy and commitment questions. Gerald also helps with career stress, the transition out of school, and figuring out next steps when life feels uncertain. He works with people on multicultural and discrimination concerns as they affect daily life.
People who choose him can expect straightforward feedback, goal-focused planning, and encouragement to try new approaches between meetings. To begin, viewers are asked to use the site's matching step to schedule an initial session and see if his style fits their needs.
How Gerald uses approaches in online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the client can name priorities and feel understood. It helps when someone needs to sort through feelings about identity, relationships, or life direction and wants a respectful space to speak while a therapist listens actively.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with concrete experiments and practice. CBT is often used for anxiety, sleep problems, anger, and ADHD-related routines because it breaks big problems into small, testable steps.
Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or uncertain about change. It uses a collaborative conversation style to clarify values and build motivation for steps like career moves, relationship changes, or healthier routines.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Gerald will discuss what seems most useful based on a person's goals, needs, and preferences, and then try practical steps together. Adjustments are made as progress and obstacles become clearer.
Session formats are not listed here, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier and help fit therapy into work, school, or busy days. It can also allow shorter check-ins, conversations without video when needed, or regular weekly sessions that match someone’s routine.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, career and young adult issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He works in an interactive, goal-focused way using client-centered listening and practical tools from CBT and motivational interviewing.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of experience working as a therapist and school counselor.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCMHC licensed in North Carolina and practices from that state.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session formats before booking using the site's matching steps, as formats are not specified here.
How much do sessions 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 the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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