- Client-centered approach
- Practical tools
- Focus on relationships
About Gary
Gary Gabbard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 23 years of clinical experience. He opened his private practice, Passionately Ever After Counseling, in 1999 and has spent the years since helping adults sort through life transitions and emotional struggles.
Gary’s work is straightforward and practical. He helps people name the problems they face and find tools to manage them. Common concerns include stress, anxiety, depression, relationship trouble, addiction, parenting strain, grief, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem.
Clients can expect a mix of talking and practical exercises. Gary uses client-centered methods to follow what matters most to the person in the room. He also draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and on mindfulness tools to increase present-moment awareness.
He has experience in other settings as well, including contract work with outplacement services, an alcohol treatment center, and a methadone clinic. Over his career he has worked with individual adults, couples, and teenagers, and he has supervised counseling interns.
Gary emphasizes reconnecting with what he calls the "free child" - the inner energy that motivates curiosity and passion. In sessions he helps people notice that part of themselves and use it to guide life choices and rebuild motivation.
People looking for a therapist in Texas who combines down-to-earth conversation with actionable skills may find his style approachable. He offers counseling in English and does not take international clients.
How his approaches translate to online counseling
Client-centered work focuses on listening and following what matters to the client. This approach creates space for people to talk through their priorities and decide what to try next. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and teaches practical skills to change behavior and mood. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus, which can help with anxiety, anger, and coping with life changes.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will work together with each person to pick methods that match their goals, preferences, and daily life. That collaborative planning can shift as needs change during counseling.
Confirm the therapist's current online session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when necessary. It also makes it possible to use worksheets, homework, and mindfulness exercises between sessions to support progress.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
23+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
He works with common issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, addictions, grief, parenting strain, and self-esteem concerns, plus related issues like anger, codependency, and infidelity.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is practical and conversational. He combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness tools to help people change patterns and cope day to day.
What is his background and experience?
He earned a master’s degree in counseling and has practiced since 1999, giving him 23 years of experience working in private practice and other treatment settings.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He holds the LPC credential and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.