- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About Gerald
Dr. Gerald S Graham is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama with nine years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, depression, and major life changes. He also lists related issues such as guilt and shame among his clinical focuses.
Dr. Graham uses straightforward talking, practical skills, and evidence-informed methods in sessions. He draws on client-centered work to listen and reflect, and uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and test alternative ways of thinking. Mindfulness practices and trauma-focused work are also part of his approach when they fit a person's needs.
Sessions are goal-informed and often emphasize coping skills and stress tolerance. The therapist helps people break down problems into small steps and practice new responses between sessions. He also addresses performance concerns and resilience for people coming from high-stress roles.
Dr. Graham describes his work as integrated across clinical mental health counseling and performance psychology. That means clinical talk and practical performance strategies are woven together rather than offered as separate options. He encourages clear, measurable progress and teaches tools people can use in daily life.
People who choose him can expect focused conversations about current problems, guided skill practice, and suggestions for exercises to try between meetings. He works with adults and conducts his practice in English in Alabama.
Approaches used and how online sessions work
Dr. Graham uses client-centered therapy to listen and reflect back what matters most to the person. This approach focuses on understanding the client's experience and building a working conversation about problems and goals.He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which involves identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new ways of thinking and behaving. CBT is practical for anxiety, depression, and issues tied to guilt and shame because it looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to figure out which methods match a client's needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration can include trying different techniques and adjusting the plan as work progresses.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals often adapt exercises and homework so they work in everyday settings and fit a client's routine.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, depression, and coping with life changes. Guilt and shame are listed among his additional focus areas.
How would he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques to examine thoughts linked to guilt and shame. Mindfulness and trauma-focused strategies are used when those approaches fit the issue.
What background and experience does he have?
He has nine years of clinical experience working with high-stress populations and adults facing life transitions. His work blends clinical counseling and performance psychology concepts.
What credential and location information should I know?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama. Sessions are provided in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not accepted at this time. Sessions are offered in English for clients located in Alabama.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is determined during the intake process.
How do I get started with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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