- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About Gordon
Gordon Pfannenstiel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Kansas with 15 years of experience. He focuses on relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, motivation, and life changes. He also works with addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, career concerns, ADHD, and issues common in young adulthood.
Gordon keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He listens first, then helps people identify small steps they can try between meetings. He often uses problem-focused talk and teaches simple skills to manage stress, sleep, or intense moods. Meetings are conversational rather than scripted.
People come to him when they feel stuck after a breakup or job change, when anxiety or low mood interferes with daily life, or when old patterns repeat in relationships. He helps with control issues, guilt and shame, and the loneliness that can show up in early adulthood. He also addresses workplace problems and questions about life purpose.
His work draws on client-centered ideas and cognitive behavior techniques. That means he pays attention to what matters to the person and helps them test different ways of thinking and behaving. He also uses mindfulness and motivational interviewing to support change and to keep goals realistic.
Gordon emphasizes building a trusting working relationship. He treats clients as the experts on their own lives and points out strengths they already have. The first sessions focus on what is most pressing and practical steps that can help right away.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Gordon draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness in his work. Client-centered therapy means the therapist listens closely and follows the concerns the person brings, which helps when figuring out what to work on first. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and workplace stress. Mindfulness therapy teaches attention and grounding practices to reduce reactivity and improve sleep and mood.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Gordon will discuss which methods seem most useful based on the person's goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't worked before. He checks in and adjusts the plan as sessions progress so the work stays relevant and realistic.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current online options before booking. When available, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins on hectic days, and reduce travel time. It also makes it simpler to continue work during job changes or relocation when both parties agree on logistics.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Kansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, trauma, grief, career concerns, ADHD, and young adult issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a conversational, practical approach that starts with listening and then suggests small steps and skills to try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of professional experience as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kansas.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practices in Kansas and holds the KS LCPC credential.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered in English and geared to people in Kansas or within his allowed service area.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking to know whether he offers video or phone sessions and which fits your needs.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
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