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Steven Gaddis, LPC, LPCC
Texas
LPC, LPCC - Anxiety and Addictions
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused methods
About Steven
Steven Gaddis is an LPC, LPCC licensed in Texas and California with about 20 years of counseling experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy issues, parenting, mood disorders, and related problems.
He uses practical, structured methods to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and try different responses. Sessions focus on clear goals and doable steps rather than long talks with no plan. Steven usually checks incoming messages at least once in the morning and once in the evening.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify thought patterns that influence feelings and behavior. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to support readiness for change and Solution-Focused techniques to build on what is already working.
Steven adapts interventions to individual concerns and strengths. He aims to make sessions straightforward and action-oriented, with tools clients can use between meetings. He has experience addressing alcohol and other drug related concerns and has worked with people involved in the criminal justice system.
People who prefer clear structure, homework-like exercises, and direct discussion of goals may find his way of working useful. Before booking, confirm current session options and any details about scheduling or format.
How his approaches translate to online work
Steven uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and test thoughts and behaviors that get in the way of goals. CBT breaks problems into concrete parts and gives short exercises to practice between sessions, which can work well in an online setting.He also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who want to change habits like substance use. That method focuses on building motivation and resolving mixed feelings through targeted conversation and planning. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to identify existing strengths and set small, achievable goals so progress is visible quickly.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with each client about goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before. Together they decide whether to emphasize CBT tools, motivational techniques, or solution-focused steps, and adjust that plan as needed.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm which online options are offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a weekday or evening, shorten a check-in when needed, or avoid travel time. These practical benefits can help people keep consistent appointments and practice skills between meetings.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Texas, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy issues, parenting, bipolar and depression, and related mood or workplace problems.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
He uses CBT to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and then test new ways of responding. Sessions are practical and focus on clear steps clients can try between meetings.
What is his professional background and experience?
He has about 20 years of experience working with a range of concerns including substance issues and people involved with the criminal justice system.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
He holds LPC and LPCC credentials and is licensed in Texas and California, practicing from Texas.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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