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Dr. Gary Ward, LMFT, LPC
Texas
LMFT and LPC - Relationships and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About Gary
Dr. Gary Ward is an LMFT and LPC based in Texas with 12 years of clinical experience. He works with stress, anxiety, relationships, family issues, grief, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy concerns, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes. Sessions are described in practical terms and aimed at helping people notice patterns and try different responses.
He trained in counseling and pastoral care and holds a doctorate in ministry with a focus on pastoral counseling. Before private practice, he spent many years in ministry and in public education supporting high school students with learning differences and their families. That background informs how he talks about families and parenting challenges.
His stated approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Mindfulness Therapy. He uses those methods to help people identify thoughts and behaviors that get in the way, practice new skills, and manage strong emotions.
In sessions he emphasizes practical steps and clear skills work. He discusses strengths, patterns from family of origin, attachment concerns, and issues such as abandonment, codependency, and communication problems. He also addresses caregiver stress, blended family issues, impulsivity, and forgiveness work.
Dr. Ward says his faith informs his perspective but that therapeutic methods are chosen to fit each person. He conducts work in English and is located in Texas. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online options button.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Ward lists Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy among his primary methods. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and practicing alternative behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and reflecting so people can clarify goals and make decisions that fit their values. DBT teaches concrete emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills that are useful for strong emotions and impulsivity.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. He will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most practical. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust those methods over time based on what helps.
The original biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also support practicing skills between sessions and make it simpler to continue work while managing life changes.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addiction, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, parenting and many relationship and family concerns.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and patterns and to practice alternative ways of thinking and behaving.
What is his background and experience?
He has 12 years of clinical experience, a Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling, and years working in ministry and public education with families and high school students.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the credentials LMFT and LPC and is based in Texas.
Which languages are supported and can he work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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