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Steven Gaddis

Steven Gaddis, LPC, LPCC

Therapist in Texas

Practical, goal-focused counseling with warmth

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  • CBT informed
  • Goal oriented
  • Strengths based

About Steven

Steven Gaddis is a licensed counselor with about 20 years of experience. He helps people dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, substance concerns, anger, and relationship strain. He speaks plainly and focuses on building trust so people feel heard and understood.

His work leans on cognitive behavioral ideas that link thoughts, feelings, and actions. He also uses motivational interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change. Solution-focused techniques help set small, practical goals to move forward.

Sessions are personalized to each person’s needs and strengths. He pays attention to what a person already does well and builds on those skills. He aims to make sessions straightforward and useful for everyday life.

Steven has practiced in Texas and California and has experience with people affected by criminal justice involvement, substance use, and mood disorders. He typically checks messages at least twice daily, once in the morning and once in the evening. That helps him stay responsive between meetings.

He encourages people to view counseling as a step toward the life they want. If someone wants a therapist who focuses on clear strategies, goal-setting, and a respectful working relationship, he may be a good match.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Steven uses cognitive behavioral ideas to help people notice and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. CBT techniques are practical and often include homework or simple experiments to try between sessions, which can be reviewed together online.

He also uses motivational interviewing to help people clarify their reasons for change. That approach focuses on listening and asking questions that draw out a person's own goals and motivation. Solution-focused methods are used to set small, specific steps and track progress toward those steps.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences and adjust the plan as needed. The process is shared and flexible rather than fixed.

Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a work break, or letting someone use audio-only when video isn't practical. These conveniences can help people stay consistent while working on depression, motivation, stress, and related concerns.

Frequently asked questions

What problems does he help with?

He works with people facing depression, anxiety, stress, addictions, anger, relationship and family difficulties, grief, and related concerns.

What is his therapy style like?

His style is direct and collaborative, using cognitive behavioral ideas, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused steps to set concrete goals.

How much experience does he have?

He brings approximately 20 years of counseling experience working with mood disturbances, substance concerns, and people involved with the criminal justice system.

Where is he based and what are his credentials?

He practices in Texas and holds LPC and LPCC credentials, with licensure in Texas and California as noted.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are costs handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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