Greetings! I am a counselor, currently licensed in California and Texas, with approximately 20 years of experience. My experiences include working with individuals to address topics such as anger management, relationship issues, alcohol and other drug related concerns, personal development, and mood disturbances. I have also worked with criminal justice involved individuals.
My style primarily utilizes a Cognitive Behavioral perspectives with an understanding that the connection and trust between counselor and client is paramount in an effective and productive partnership. I believe that by working to create a safe and authentic environment the stage is best prepared for creating healthy change and movement towards ones goals. Although the specific methods utilized will be based on individual details and interactions, my interactions are personalized and focused on an individual's strengths. I typically review incoming messages at least twice a day, at least once in the AM and once in the PM.
I appreciate you and your interest in counseling as an opportunity to create or maintain the life you envision. I hope to have the opportunity to partner with you in your next steps and I look forward to hearing from and working with you.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Personality disorders, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
TX LPC 70660
CA LPCC 16285
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Steven Gaddis. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Understanding and intelligent
Written on Jan 08, 2025 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
I’ve had many therapists throughout the years and Steven is the most comprehensive and engaged I’ve has
Written on Jan 06, 2025 after therapy with Steven for 2 months on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, and adhd
I had the privilege of working with Steven Gaddis, and I am thoroughly impressed with his professionalism, compassion, and expertise. Steven has an ability to create a safe and welcoming environment that makes it easy to open up and discuss personal challenges. He listens attentively and offers thoughtful, practical strategies that are tailored to individual needs. His understanding of complex mental health issues and his ability to communicate solutions great for me. Steven’s genuine care and commitment to helping others are definitely evident. I highly recommend Steven for anyone seeking support and guidance in their personal journey.
Written on Dec 30, 2024 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
Steven is great, I like that he does not always tell me what I may want to hear, but what i need to hear and he does it in a nice way.
Written on Dec 23, 2024 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
With his experience he makes you feel cared for, and gives you good advise, and really cares on your well being.
Written on Dec 23, 2024 after therapy with Steven for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Excellent
Written on Dec 03, 2024 after therapy with Steven for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and coaching